"As sad as it is, chocolate unfortunately does expire. Once that date passes, the textures and flavors can warp into something that hardly resembles the delicious morsel it once was. But, with just a few simple steps, you can greatly increase the length of time that chocolate can be kept by storing it in the freezer. This method only works, though, if you wrap it properly in airtight packaging."
"Not only does freezing extend chocolate's shelf life, but it actually helps protect the luscious flavors and textures that can be lost to time. Even if you don't plan on keeping your chocolate for an extended period, the freezer can still be one of the best places to store it. Before putting your chocolate in the freezer, you'll need to prep it properly. One of the greatest issues in food storage is texture change, so keeping the freezer air out of your chocolate is key."
Freezing chocolate can greatly extend its shelf life while protecting flavors and textures. Proper preparation requires eliminating air exposure by wrapping chocolate tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil so no holes exist and as little air as possible. Chocolate chips benefit from vacuum sealing and a quality food storage bag. After wrapping, place chocolate in an airtight container and consider double or triple wrapping to prevent freezer flavors. During defrosting, moisture accumulation can damage textures and create waxy, grainy, or unpleasant wetness, so control moisture carefully when bringing frozen chocolate back to room temperature.
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