All About Flatbreads
Your complete guide to flatbreads - discover how to store it properly, identify when it's gone bad, and find the best substitutes for your recipes.
How Long Does Flatbreads Last?
Storage times and freshness tips for flatbreads in different conditions.
Safety first: This guide provides general information. When in doubt, throw it out! Trust your senses and err on the side of caution. If something smells, looks, or tastes off, don't consume it.
Unopened, Room Temperature1-2 weeks past 'best by' date
Signs of Spoilage
Visible mold (fuzzy spots of various colors like green, white, black), sour or yeasty off-smell, extremely hard or brittle texture.
How to Check
Visually inspect the entire surface of the flatbreads for any signs of mold. Gently sniff the packaging or a flatbread for off-odors. Check the 'best by' or 'use by' date.
Storage Tips
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat. High humidity can accelerate mold growth, even in unopened packages.
Opened, Room Temperature2-4 days
Signs of Spoilage
Visible mold growth (often starting at edges or folds), sour, fermented, or unpleasant off-smell, slimy or unusually sticky texture, or excessively dry and brittle.
How to Check
Carefully examine both sides of the flatbreads for mold, paying close attention to any creases or folds. Perform a sniff test; any sour or 'off' smell is a strong indicator of spoilage. Touch the flatbread; it should not feel slimy or unusually sticky.
Storage Tips
To maximize freshness, re-seal the opened package tightly or transfer flatbreads to an airtight container or zip-top bag. Avoid leaving them exposed to air, which causes them to dry out quickly and encourages mold.
Opened, Refrigerator1-2 weeks
Signs of Spoilage
Visible mold, sour or unpleasant off-smell (less common than at room temperature if sealed well), excessively dry or hard texture (staling can be accelerated by refrigeration).
How to Check
Visually inspect for mold growth. Sniff for any off-odors, though refrigeration tends to suppress strong smells. Touch the flatbread to check for extreme dryness or hardness; while safe, quality may be significantly diminished.
Storage Tips
Store in an airtight container or a tightly sealed zip-top bag to prevent drying out and absorbing refrigerator odors. Refrigeration slows mold growth but can accelerate staling. For best texture, bring to room temperature or warm slightly before serving.
Freezer2-3 months for best quality; safe indefinitely but quality degrades
Signs of Spoilage
Severe freezer burn (large dry, discolored patches), off-flavors upon thawing, significant degradation of texture (e.g., crumbling, mushy) after thawing.
How to Check
Visually inspect for signs of freezer burn. After thawing, check for any strong off-odors and assess the texture. While safe, heavily freezer-burned flatbreads will have poor taste and texture.
Storage Tips
Wrap individual flatbreads or small stacks tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil, then place them in a freezer-safe bag or airtight container. This double-layer protection helps prevent freezer burn. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight, at room temperature, or warm directly from frozen in an oven or microwave.