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Cream cheese (opened) shelf life
Cream cheese (opened) keeps 2 weeks in the fridge. Spoilage signs and the safe-handling notes, from the USDA Cold Food Storage Chart.
Storage at a glance
| Where | How long |
|---|---|
| Fridge (0-4 °C) | 2 weeks |
Signs it has gone off
Mould, sour smell, pink discolouration.
Safe handling
Use a clean knife; double-dipping introduces mould faster.
Storage times are guidance, not a guarantee. If it looks or smells wrong, do not taste it to check.
Source: USDA Cold Food Storage Chart / FDA-USDA FoodKeeper · checked 2026-09-03
Nutrition beside the shelf life
See Cream cheese nutrition: 350 kcal, 6.2 g protein, 5.5 g carbs and 34.4 g fat per 100 g.
Frequently asked questions
How long does cream cheese (opened) last in the fridge?
2 weeks — stored sealed, at 4 C or below.
Can you freeze cream cheese (opened)?
Freezing is not recommended for this food — the texture suffers, or it is simply not stored that way.
How do you know when cream cheese (opened) has gone off?
Mould, sour smell, pink discolouration. Trust the signs over any date.
Milk (opened)
Fridge: 5-7 days · freezer: 1-3 months
Yogurt (opened)
Fridge: 1-2 weeks · freezer: 1-2 months
Butter
Fridge: 1-3 months · freezer: 6-9 months
Hard cheese, cheddar type (opened)
Fridge: 3-4 weeks · freezer: 6 months
Soft cheese, brie type (opened)
Fridge: 1 week · freezer: —
Cottage cheese (opened)
Fridge: 1 week · freezer: —
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