{"id":6179,"date":"2022-05-11T11:02:32","date_gmt":"2022-05-11T15:02:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bakingnook.com\/?p=6179"},"modified":"2022-05-11T11:02:52","modified_gmt":"2022-05-11T15:02:52","slug":"how-to-properly-store-all-types-of-baking-yeasts-once-open","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bakingnook.com\/how-to-properly-store-all-types-of-baking-yeasts-once-open\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Properly Store All Types of Baking Yeasts Once Open"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
This post contains affiliate links.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Yeast is an important component of many baking recipes. There are several different types of yeast that you should be familiar with, especially if you’re interested in baking bread or other types of food that require a leavening agent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As a general rule, yeast requires refrigeration for storage. Store the yeast in an air-tight container and place it in the fridge. This goes for both active dry yeast and instant yeast. Because fresh yeast is light sensitive, divide the yeast and wrap it in aluminum foil to prevent spoilage.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Keep reading to learn more about each type of yeast as well as how to store and preserve them for optimal freshness!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Generally speaking, once active dry yeast is opened, it should be stored in the refrigerator. Active dry yeast will keep fresh in the fridge for up to four months if it has been stored correctly. Storing in an air-tight container helps prevent any moisture from seeping in and spoiling the yeast.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Here is a table that illustrates the approximate shelf life of yeast once opened:<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow To Properly Store Active Dry Yeast After Opening?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Type of Yeast<\/th> Room Temperature<\/th> Refrigerator<\/th> Freezer<\/th><\/tr><\/thead> Instant Yeast<\/td> Up to 2 months<\/td> Up to 4 months<\/td> Up to 6 months<\/td><\/tr> Active Dry Yeast<\/td> Up to 3 months<\/td> Up to 4 months<\/td> Up to 6 months<\/td><\/tr> Fresh Yeast<\/td> Up to 2 weeks<\/td> 3-4 weeks<\/td> Up to 3 months<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>