Expiration & Storage Tips
When does Cowboy Cookies expire?
Cowboy Cookies, whether homemade or store-bought, tend to have the same rough shelf life, so no stress about that! Unopened, store-bought Cowboy Cookies can generally last about 2-3 months past the printed date on the package if stored in a cool, dry place. Once opened, however, that timeframe drops to about 1-2 weeks. If you've made your own Cowboy Cookies at home, you can expect them to last about 2-3 weeks under the same cool and dry conditions. Alternatively, you can also freeze them! Frozen Cowboy Cookies can last up to 3 months. When you're ready to enjoy them, thaw them at room temperature for a few hours.
How do you tell if Cowboy Cookies is bad?
Oh dear! Not sure if your Cowboy Cookies are still good? Here are a few telltale signs that they might have gone bad: If they have a stale or odd smell, it's a pretty good chance they've spoiled. Check for any green or black mold - if you see it, toss them! Also, if the cookies have become inexplicably hard or have an odd taste, it's generally safer to say goodbye to them.
Tips for storing Cowboy Cookies to extend shelf life
• Store your Cowboy Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 weeks.
• Avoid storing them in the refrigerator -- it can dry them out faster!
• If you want to extend their life, freeze them! Just make sure they're in a tightly sealed container or bag. Pro tip: flash freeze the cookies individually on a baking sheet before storing in a bag. This will prevent them from sticking together.
• Keep them in a cool, dry part of your kitchen to prevent humidity from spoiling them prematurely.