Baked Goods / Baking and Cooking

Cocoa and cocoa mixes

Indefinitely in the pantry from the date of purchase.

Pantry

from purchase: Indefinitely
after opening: 1 year

Fridge

No USDA guidance

Freezer

No USDA guidance

Source: USDA FSIS FoodKeeperHow to read these times

Common questions

How long do cocoa and cocoa mixes last in the pantry?

Indefinitely from the date of purchase. 1 year after opening.

How can I tell if cocoa and cocoa mixes have gone bad?

Throw it out if it smells off, feels slimy or sticky, shows mold, or has changed color. Storage times assume it was handled safely and kept cold the whole time.