Cereals are given a best before date. They'll typically be completely safe beyond this but may start to taste a bit stale.
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Keeper app says butter can freeze well and be kept frozen for nine to 12 months.
Chocolate doesn't go off in a harmful way unless it contains a fresh cream filling. Keep chocolate in a cool.
The National Association of British and Irish Flour Millers says different flours need treating differently.
Eggs will be safe if refrigerated (or kept constantly below 18°C/64°F) and cooked by the date on the pack.
With the exception of figs, dates and banana chips, which tend to expire quicker than other dried fruits, sealed dried fruits have a relatively long shelf-life.
The USDA Food Keeper app says commercial cakes and muffins stay good for three to seven days in the pantry, seven to 10 days in a fridge or six months in the freezer.
As freezing is such a good way of preserving food, you may think frozen veg will last indefinitely – but it actually has a shelf-life of around 10 to 18 months after you've popped it in the freezer.
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