How Long Does It Keep?
Dairy Products & Eggs

Cheese Curdsfresh, unaged

2 weeks in the fridge and 4 months in the freezer.

Pantry

No USDA guidance

Fridge

stored
2 weeks

Freezer

stored
4 months
Source: USDA FSIS FoodKeeperHow to read these times

Common questions

How long do cheese curds (fresh, unaged) last in the fridge?

2 weeks.

Can you freeze cheese curds (fresh, unaged), and for how long?

Yes. 4 months.

How can I tell if cheese curds (fresh, unaged) have gone bad?

Throw it out if it smells off, feels slimy or sticky, shows mold, or has changed color. Storage times assume it was handled safely and kept cold the whole time.