Storage, Safe Handling & Serving
All storage, safe handling, and serving instructions are listed below in alphabetical order by product type for easy reference.
Storage, Safe Handling & Serving Last Updated: October 2026
Apple Turnovers
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature. For best freshness and quality, enjoy within 2 days of bake date.
Serving: Enjoy at room temperature, or warm until just heated through for the best flavor and texture. Allow to cool briefly before serving. Treats topped with glazes or icings will soften or melt slightly when reheated.
~Microwave: Heat for 8–12 seconds for a softer texture.
~Oven: Heat at 350°F for 3–5 minutes for a freshly baked texture.
Biscuits
Storage: Store covered at room temperature. For the best flavor and texture, enjoy within 2 days of bake date. For longer storage, freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Serving: Enjoy at room temperature, or warm before serving for the best flavor and texture. We recommend reheating in the oven to restore the biscuit’s crisp edges, flaky layers, and buttery finish.
~Microwave: Heat a single biscuit for 10–15 seconds for a softer texture.
~Oven: Heat at 325°F for about 10 minutes for a warm, freshly baked texture.
Blackberry Hand Pies
Storage: Store covered at room temperature. For best freshness and quality, enjoy within 2 days of bake date. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Serving: Enjoy at room temperature, or warm until just heated through for the best flavor and texture. Allow to cool briefly before serving. We recommend reheating in the oven to keep the pastry crisp and flaky. Treats topped with glazes or icings will soften or melt slightly when reheated.
~Microwave: Heat a single hand pie for 20–30 seconds for a softer texture.
~Oven: Heat at 325°F for about 10 minutes for a freshly baked texture.
Blueberry Pie
Storage: Store covered at room temperature. For best freshness and quality, enjoy within 2 days of bake date. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 1 week. To freeze, wrap the pie tightly and freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
Serving: Enjoy at room temperature, or warm until just heated through for the best flavor and texture. Allow to cool briefly before serving. We recommend reheating in the oven to keep the pastry crisp and flaky.
~Microwave: Heat a single hand pie for 20–30 seconds for a softer texture.
~Oven: Heat at 350°F for 10–15 minutes for a freshly baked texture.
Bread Loaves
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature. For best freshness and quality, enjoy within 3 days of bake date.
Serving: Enjoy at room temperature, or warm until just heated through for the best flavor and texture. Allow to cool briefly before serving. Treats topped with glazes or icings will soften or melt slightly when reheated.
~Microwave: Heat individual slices for 10–20 seconds for a softer texture.
~Oven: Heat individual slices on a baking sheet at 350°F for 5–8 minutes for a freshly baked texture. To reheat the whole loaf, cover loosely with aluminum foil and heat at 350°F for 10–15 minutes. The aluminum foil will keep it moist.
Brownies
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature. For best freshness and quality, enjoy within 3 days of bake date.
Serving: Enjoy at room temperature, or warm until just heated through for the best flavor and texture. Allow to cool briefly before serving. Treats topped with glazes or icings will soften or melt slightly when reheated.
~Microwave: Heat for 8–12 seconds for a softer texture.
~Oven: Heat at 325°F for 3–5 minutes for a freshly baked texture.
Cakes (Refrigerated)
Storage: Keep refrigerated upon receipt. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days from bake date.
SAFE HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS: KEEP REFRIGERATED. DO NOT LEAVE AT ROOM TEMPERATURE FOR MORE THAN 2 HOURS. To prevent illness from bacteria, keep this food refrigerated or frozen until the food is prepared for consumption.
Serving: Keep refrigerated. Can be enjoyed chilled or at room temperature. For a softer, more flavorful cake, allow to sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes before serving. Do not leave at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
Cakes (Room Temperature)
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature. For best freshness and quality, enjoy within 3 days of bake date.
Serving: Enjoy at room temperature.
Caramel Apples
Storage: Store in an airtight container at a cooler room temperature. For best freshness and quality, enjoy within 4 days of bake date.
Serving: Enjoy at room temperature.
Cheesecakes
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. For best freshness and quality, enjoy within 3 days of bake date. Do not leave at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
SAFE HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS: KEEP REFRIGERATED. DO NOT LEAVE AT ROOM TEMPERATURE FOR MORE THAN 2 HOURS. To prevent illness from bacteria, keep this food refrigerated or frozen until the food is prepared for consumption.
Serving: Keep refrigerated. Can be enjoyed chilled or at room temperature. For a softer, more flavorful cheesecake, allow to sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes before serving. Do not leave at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
Cheese Danish
Storage: Keep refrigerated upon receipt. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days from bake date.
SAFE HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS: KEEP REFRIGERATED. DO NOT LEAVE AT ROOM TEMPERATURE FOR MORE THAN 2 HOURS. To prevent illness from bacteria, keep this food refrigerated or frozen until the food is prepared for consumption.
Serving: The cream cheese filling and vanilla glaze may melt slightly during reheating, making the danishes even more soft and delicious.
~Microwave: Warm for 15–30 seconds until soft and gooey.
~Oven: Cover loosely with foil and warm in a 325°F oven for 10-15 minutes.
Cherry Hand Pies
Storage: Store covered at room temperature. For best freshness and quality, enjoy within 2 days of bake date. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Serving: Enjoy at room temperature, or warm until just heated through for the best flavor and texture. Allow to cool briefly before serving. We recommend reheating in the oven to keep the pastry crisp and flaky. Treats topped with glazes or icings will soften or melt slightly when reheated.
~Microwave: Heat a single hand pie for 20–30 seconds for a softer texture.
~Oven: Heat at 325°F for about 10 minutes for a freshly baked texture.
Cherry Pie
Storage: Store covered at room temperature. For best freshness and quality, enjoy within 2 days of bake date. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 1 week. To freeze, wrap the pie tightly and freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
Serving: Enjoy at room temperature, or warm until just heated through for the best flavor and texture. Allow to cool briefly before serving. We recommend reheating in the oven to keep the pastry crisp and flaky.
~Microwave: Heat a single hand pie for 20–30 seconds for a softer texture.
~Oven: Heat at 350°F for 10–15 minutes for a freshly baked texture.
Cinnamon Rolls
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature. For best freshness and quality, enjoy within 2 days of bake date. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Serving: Enjoy at room temperature, or warm until just heated through for the best flavor and texture. Allow to cool briefly before serving. The icing may melt slightly during reheating, making the cinnamon rolls even more soft and delicious.
~Microwave: Heat for 10–15 seconds for a softer texture.
~Oven: Heat at 325°F for 10–12 minutes for a freshly baked texture.
Cobblers
Storage: Store covered at room temperature. For best freshness and quality, enjoy within 2 days of bake date. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Serving: Enjoy at room temperature, or warm until just heated through for the best flavor and texture. Allow to cool briefly before serving.
~Microwave: Heat a single slice for 20–30 seconds for a softer texture.
~Oven: Heat at 350°F for 10–15 minutes for a freshly baked texture.
Coffee Cakes
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature. For best freshness and quality, enjoy within 3 days of bake date.
Serving: Enjoy at room temperature, or warm until just heated through for the best flavor and texture. Allow to cool briefly before serving. Treats topped with glazes or icings will soften or melt slightly when reheated.
~Microwave: Heat for 8–12 seconds for a softer texture.
~Oven: Heat at 325°F for 3–5 minutes for a freshly baked texture.
Cookies
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature. For best freshness and quality, enjoy within 3 days of bake date.
Serving: Enjoy at room temperature, or warm until just heated through for the best flavor and texture. Allow to cool briefly before serving. Treats topped with glazes or icings will soften or melt slightly when reheated.
~Microwave: Heat for 8–12 seconds for a softer texture.
~Oven: Heat at 325°F for 3–5 minutes for a freshly baked texture.
Cream Pies
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature. For best freshness and quality, enjoy within 3 days of bake date.
Serving: Enjoy at room temperature.
Croissants
Storage: Store in an air tight container at room temperature. For best freshness and quality, enjoy within 2 days of bake date. The croissants will soften on the outside as they are stored, but they can be crisped again if reheated in the oven.
Serving: Enjoy at room temperature, or warm until just heated through for the best flavor and texture. Allow to cool briefly before serving.
~Microwave: Heat for 20–30 seconds for a softer texture.
~Oven: Heat at 325°F for 10–12 minutes for a freshly baked texture.
French Silk Pie
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. For best freshness and quality, enjoy within 3 days of bake date. Do not leave at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
SAFE HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS: KEEP REFRIGERATED. DO NOT LEAVE AT ROOM TEMPERATURE FOR MORE THAN 2 HOURS. To prevent illness from bacteria, keep this food refrigerated or frozen until the food is prepared for consumption.
Serving: Keep refrigerated. Enjoy chilled.
Fudge
Storage: Wrap each piece of fudge in parchment paper. Store in an airtight container at a cooler room temperature. For best freshness and quality, enjoy within 1 week of bake date.
Serving: Enjoy at room temperature.
Jam
Storage: Store refrigerated. For the best flavor and freshness, enjoy within 2 weeks of bake date. Keep covered when not in use and always use a clean utensil when serving.
Serving: Allow jam to sit at room temperature briefly before serving for the best flavor and spreadable texture. Enjoy alongside warm biscuits, pastries, or your favorite breakfast breads.
Key Lime Pie
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. For best freshness and quality, enjoy within 3 days of bake date. Do not leave at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
SAFE HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS: KEEP REFRIGERATED. DO NOT LEAVE AT ROOM TEMPERATURE FOR MORE THAN 2 HOURS. To prevent illness from bacteria, keep this food refrigerated or frozen until the food is prepared for consumption.
Serving: Keep refrigerated. Enjoy chilled.
Marshmallows
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature. For best freshness and quality, enjoy within 1 week of bake date.
Serving: Enjoy at room temperature. They’re perfect in hot chocolate, essential for campfire s’mores, and delicious all on their own.
Muffins
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature. For best freshness and quality, enjoy within 3 days of bake date.
Serving: Enjoy at room temperature, or warm until just heated through for the best flavor and texture. Allow to cool briefly before serving.
~Microwave: Heat for 8–12 seconds for a softer texture.
~Oven: Heat at 325°F for 3–5 minutes for a freshly baked texture.
Pecan Pie Bars
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. For best freshness and quality, enjoy within 3 days of bake date.
Serving: Enjoy at room temperature, or warm until just heated through for the best flavor and texture. Allow to cool briefly before serving.
~Microwave: Heat for 8–12 seconds for a softer texture.
~Oven: Heat at 325°F for 3–5 minutes for a freshly baked texture.
Pumpkin Pie
Storage: Loosely cover the pie with foil or plastic and refrigerate it for up to 4 days from bake date.
SAFE HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS: KEEP REFRIGERATED. DO NOT LEAVE AT ROOM TEMPERATURE FOR MORE THAN 2 HOURS. To prevent illness from bacteria, keep this food refrigerated or frozen until the food is prepared for consumption.
Serving: Enjoy at room temperature, or warm until just heated through for the best flavor and texture. If warming, the whipped cream will melt. Allow to cool briefly before serving.
~Microwave: Heat a single slice for 20–30 seconds for a softer texture.
~Oven: Heat at 325°F for 10–15 minutes for a freshly baked texture.
Scones
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature. For best freshness and quality, enjoy within 3 days of bake date.
Serving: Enjoy at room temperature.
Sweet Rolls
Storage: Keep refrigerated upon receipt. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For the best texture and flavor, allow rolls to come to room temperature or warm gently before serving.
SAFE HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS: KEEP REFRIGERATED. DO NOT LEAVE AT ROOM TEMPERATURE FOR MORE THAN 2 HOURS. To prevent illness from bacteria, keep this food refrigerated or frozen until the food is prepared for consumption.
Serving: The icing may melt slightly during reheating, making the sweet rolls even more soft and delicious.
~Microwave: Warm for 10–15 seconds until soft and gooey.
~Oven: Cover loosely with foil and warm in a 325°F oven for about 20 minutes.