Dairy & eggs
How long does butter last?
Butter lasts 1–3 months in the fridge, 1–2 days (covered dish) at room temperature, 6–9 months in the freezer. Store butter in the fridge for the best results.
FridgeBest
1–3 months
Cupboard / room temp
1–2 days (covered dish)
Freezer
6–9 months
How to store butter
- Keep it wrapped so it doesn’t pick up fridge smells.
- Salted butter keeps longer than unsalted.
Signs butter has gone bad
Sour or cheesy smell, or dark yellow patches. When in doubt, throw it out. These are typical home-storage times; always check the package date.
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Questions about butter
- How long does butter last in the fridge?
- Butter: 1–3 months in the fridge.
- Can you freeze butter?
- Yes. Butter keeps 6–9 months in the freezer. Salted butter keeps longer than unsalted.
- Where should you store butter?
- In the fridge. Keep it wrapped so it doesn’t pick up fridge smells.
- How can you tell if butter has gone bad?
- Sour or cheesy smell, or dark yellow patches. When in doubt, throw it out.
