Cadbury settles debate over whether chocolate should be stored in pantry or fridge

Candy company says chocolate quality can be compromised if stored incorrectly

Cadbury settles debate about chocolate storage (Stock)

Cadbury has revealed the correct way to store chocolate is in the pantry - not in the refrigerator as many prefer.

The confectionery company settled the debate on Instagram, after Bruno Bouchet, from Australia, shared a post about which food products should be stored in the fridge and which should be refrigerated.

“The 100 per cent accurate and definitive list of what does and does NOT go in the fridge. Don’t bother commenting, this isn’t up for discussion,” Bouchet captioned a post showing chocolate bars and other food items including tomatoes, avocado, and soy sauce in the pantry, while coffee, olive oil and peanut butter go in the fridge.

The divisive post prompted Bouchet’s followers to begin debating the topic in his comments.

“Chocolate needs to go in the fridge and the peanut butter needs to go in the pantry cause it’s too hard in the fridge,” one person wrote.

Another said: “Been a fan for a while but I guess it’s time to unfollow.”

However, according to the confectionery company, which shared its expertise on the topic on Twitter, Bouchet is right about the placement of the chocolate bars.

“Hi Bruno. Chocolate should always be stored in a slightly cool, dry, dark place such as a cupboard or pantry at temperatures less than 21C (69.8F) to ensure the quality isn’t compromised,” the company confirmed.

Bouchet shared a screenshot of the explanation on Instagram, where he wrote: And so it is… @cadburyaust has backed up #TheListKing’s proclamation that chocolate belongs IN THE PANTRY #DebateSettled.”

Despite the confirmation, some people continued to rationalise their opinions why chocolate is better kept in the refrigerator.

“They don’t know what they are talking about,” one commenter wrote.

Someone else said: “Unless it’s 45C (113F) in the summer then probably better in the fridge…”

Or, chocolate-lovers can take the advice of one of Bouchet’s followers, who wrote: “Winter cupboard. Summer fridge.”

According to The Kitchn, if a cool room temperature isn't possible in your home, it is okay to store chocolate in the fridge or freezer, where if "kept under the right conditions, dark chocolate will keep for two years, while milk and white chocolate will keep for one year".

The site does warn that chocolate stored in the fridge must be wrapped well and should be allowed to come to room temperature in the wrapping to prevent condensation from forming, as the "added moisture can affect the texture of the chocolate".