To keep them from going the other direction and getting too damp tuck a paper towel in the container of berries to absorb excess moisture.
Cut strawberries at room temperature.
This drawer controls moisture so berries won t dry out.
Keeping chocolate covered strawberries at room temperature is actually the most preferable way to store them allowing them to retain the best flavor.
How to store strawberries.
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Stash berries in the fridge preferably in the crisper yes it s time to learn the right way to use your crisper drawer.
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Pour the strawberries in a freezer safe container and store.
Following some simple tips for washing and storing strawberries will guarantee the best flavor and the least waste.
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Gently stir the strawberries until the sugar melts.
Put the strawberries back in the pot or bowl and pour your sugar in.
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Store the strawberries at room temperature if you ll eat them in a few hours.
When food sits at room temperature it s in the danger zone of 40 140 f.
However it also means your strawberries will spoil quicker than any of the other methods.
If it s a hot day then food should only be left out for an hour.
Dump any excess water.
Also wet berries are more apt to get moldy.
How to store chocolate covered strawberries at room temperature.
If you re planning to use the strawberries for a recipe in a few hours or if you know you ll be eating them as a snack by the evening you can store them at room temperature to retain their fresh taste.
Fresh strawberries are a special treat especially when in season and are best when eaten at their prime.
Cut your strawberries in half and the remove stems.
This temperature is bacteria s ideal environment to grow and multiply.
Unfortunately strawberries can go from gorgeous to moldy mush in the blink of an eye especially when not stored correctly.
The exception is cut up or sliced fruit which will remain safe for only about 2 hours at room temperature.
Strawberries are like sponges so once wet they soak up every bit of moisture making them more likely to get mushy and spoil faster.
When you freeze your food at a temperature of 0 f the bacteria becomes inactive.