Expiration & Storage Tips
When does Smoothie Bowl expire?
A homemade smoothie bowl typically lasts up to 24 hours when refrigerated. It's not advisable to leave a smoothie bowl at room temperature for more than 2 hours as it can spoil quickly due to the fresh ingredients. While freezing is uncommon for a smoothie bowl itself, you might freeze the individual components. If you freeze the individual fruits and blend them when ready to eat, it can last up to 3 months in the freezer.
How do you tell if Smoothie Bowl is bad?
You'll know if a smoothie bowl has gone bad if it develops a strange or sour smell; the fruits and other ingredients can ferment over time. Sometimes the color can change too, turning into a dark or dull hue, which is another sign of spoilage. Last but not least, if the taste is off and not as fresh as when you first made it, it might be spoiled.
Tips for storing Smoothie Bowl to extend shelf life
• Always store your smoothie bowl in the refrigerator, covered.
• Avoid leaving the smoothie bowl at room temperature for several hours.
• Use fresh, ripe ingredients. Ingredients past their prime may cause the smoothie bowl to spoil faster.
• If possible, consume the smoothie bowl immediately after preparation to enjoy it at its freshest.
• If you want to prepare ingredients ahead of time, consider freezing them separately and blending them just before eating to extend their freshness.