how fresh are these can versus the ones found in stores?
131612
As fresh as canned and sealed can be. The can I have presently is a 2018 expiration so that oughta tell you something, the exp. date is on the bottom of the can. My favorite flavor is the vanilla as it mixes well with any fruit or veggie I chose to blend with it.
1865023
The can is sealed, therefore there is no way for me to tell you for sure. But I think they are just clear packets.
983695
I had them a month before I used them. I actually used them for a Girl Scout event and didn't taste them. So, not sure if they were fresh. No one complained. Don't remember the expiration date but I did use it before the date.
1360519
I am uncertain of the shelf life. We used one and did not open the other for at least two weeks and it was still fresh.
1048512
That is a Good Question, but to tell you the truth, they couldn't be fresher. They taste like they were just produced and if you try these vs what is in the store you will know it hands down and that will no longer be your question. So Fresh, my husband kids me about putting 1 package in a box to send my buyers (I'm a seller on ebay and I give out thank you gifts and a few of these not just one to all my buyers) and then he says 2 for me. 1 For the buyer 2 for me. I think I have noticed too him snitching my bears in my inventory room where we have an exercise bike ;-? Yeah, 1 for the buyer, 2 for me and how many for him is the real question ! That is a Good Question, but to tell you the truth, they couldn't be fresher. They taste like they were just produced and if you try these vs what is in the store you will know it hands down and that will no longer be your question. So Fresh, my husband kids me about putting 1 package in a box to send my buyers (I'm a seller on ebay and I give out thank you gifts and a few of these not just one to all my buyers) and then he says 2 for me. 1 For the buyer 2 for me. I think I have noticed too him snitching my bears in my inventory room where we have an exercise bike ;-? Yeah, 1 for the buyer,... » Read More That is a Good Question, but to tell you the truth, they couldn't be fresher. They taste like they were just produced and if you try these vs what is in the store you will know it hands down and that will no longer be your question. So Fresh, my husband kids me about putting 1 package in a box to send my buyers (I'm a seller on ebay and I give out thank you gifts and a few of these not just one to all my buyers) and then he says 2 for me. 1 For the buyer 2 for me. I think I have noticed too him snitching my bears in my inventory room where we have an exercise bike ;-? Yeah, 1 for the buyer, 2 for me and how many for him is the real question ! « Show Less
1823551
Mine came from "Best Deal Supply" and, like "kenniget" said below, they were fresh and had a long expiration period. They came in a small plastic bag. There was no retail packaging.This is a superior price compared to the retail packaging and pricing.
785477
Yes, they were fresh. I liked them but they are very sticky. I tried both the fruit & nut and the coconut ones.
1928302
very fresh...lasted a month, only tossed a couple of small ones. PS. It was not dried.
1423997
Mine were fine, although I received them a few months ago. I've been eating them and they are great; the container keeps them fresh.
659694
They arrived fresh in a small container. I used some on the spot and the others I dried myself.
43325
I do not know exactly; however, I bought a box of 800 months ago and I believe that they are still fresh. If you are going to use 2 or more per day, the box of 800 should be OK.
868199
Yes Lori, they are sealed airtight. Sometimes they can be difficult to open, but have always succeeded. They stay fresh for a while, but they never last too long around my house. They are delicious!
773953
mine had 2 years left when I got them. the date is on the label. if you get them on amazon the turnover is rapid so they have always been fresh
1886275
Stores 3 - 5 years unopened #10 can (w/oxygen absorber) in cool, dry place. Once opened, average shelf life of 6 - 12 months
868220
I hsve had mine for about a month. It is still fresh. In addition to sealing the package I also seal the package inside of a ziplock bag for double protection.
252610
They weren't stale at all. I buy worse at the grocery stores. I was seriously impressed.
25700
Sorry you don't like them this fresh. That's why they're so moist. We're all conditioned to expect the store bought variety that's treated with preservatives. That's to extend shelf life. Fine if you like it. I preferred to get used to these beauties. My only suggestion would be to dry them in the oven on a cookie sheet at about 200 degrees. Check them every 10 minutes until they reach your desired level of dryness. Good luck!