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Hard-boiled eggs shelf life
Hard-boiled eggs keeps 1 week 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) | 1 week |
Signs it has gone off
Off smell, slimy shell.
Safe handling
Leave in the shell until ready to eat; peeled eggs keep about a day.
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
Frequently asked questions
How long does hard-boiled eggs last in the fridge?
1 week — stored sealed, at 4 C or below.
Can you freeze hard-boiled eggs?
Freezing is not recommended for this food — the texture suffers, or it is simply not stored that way.
How do you know when hard-boiled eggs has gone off?
Off smell, slimy shell. Trust the signs over any date.
Eggs in the shell
Fridge: 3-5 weeks · freezer: —
Egg dishes (quiche, frittata)
Fridge: 3-4 days · freezer: 2-3 months
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