Dairy & eggs
How long does cream cheese last?
Cream cheese lasts 3 weeks sealed, 1–2 weeks opened in the fridge, 2 months (for baking) in the freezer. Store cream cheese in the fridge for the best results.
FridgeBest
3 weeks sealed, 1–2 weeks opened
Cupboard / room temp
Not recommended
Freezer
2 months (for baking)
How to store cream cheese
- Rewrap opened blocks tightly in foil.
- Frozen cream cheese turns crumbly; use it in cooking.
Signs cream cheese has gone bad
Mold, a sour smell or a slimy surface. When in doubt, throw it out. These are typical home-storage times; always check the package date.
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Questions about cream cheese
- How long does cream cheese last in the fridge?
- Cream cheese: 3 weeks sealed, 1–2 weeks opened in the fridge.
- Can you freeze cream cheese?
- Yes. Cream cheese keeps 2 months (for baking) in the freezer. Frozen cream cheese turns crumbly; use it in cooking.
- Where should you store cream cheese?
- In the fridge. Rewrap opened blocks tightly in foil.
- How can you tell if cream cheese has gone bad?
- Mold, a sour smell or a slimy surface. When in doubt, throw it out.