How long does Brie cheese last in the fridge?

Brie cheese lasts 1–2 weeks in the refrigerator. Keep sealed and refrigerated; use clean utensils.

How do you know if Brie cheese has gone bad?

Brie cheese has likely gone bad if you notice mould, discolouration, or slimy film; sour or fermented smell; mushy or sticky texture. When in doubt, throw it out.

How long can Brie cheese sit out before it goes bad?

Brie cheese should not be left out more than 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F / 32°C). Refrigerate promptly.

How Long Does Brie Cheese Last?

Q: Can you freeze Brie cheese?

Yes, Brie cheese can be frozen for 6–9 months.

Brie Cheese keeps 1–2 weeks in the refrigerator and 6–9 months in the freezer, according to cited USDA/FDA storage references.

2 cited USDA/FDA/FSIS sources
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1–2 weeks

Safe range

6–9 months

Safe range

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Based on USDA/FSIS guidance:

Keep eggs and refrigerated dairy at 40°F or below; sell-by dates are quality guides, not safety deadlines when storage has been cold.

The cited storage data lists 1–2 weeks refrigerated for this food. Source

Discard food left at room temperature more than 2 hours.

How to tell if it's gone bad

Look:Mould, discolouration, or slimy film
Smell:Sour or fermented smell
Texture:Mushy or sticky texture

When in doubt, throw it out. If Brie Cheese smells, looks, or feels off — discard it. Food poisoning is not worth the risk.

Can you freeze Brie Cheese?

Yes.Brie Cheesekeeps 6–9 monthsin the freezer when stored in airtight packaging.

How to store Brie Cheese

Keep Brie Cheese covered in the refrigerator. Use the refrigerator duration shown above for this food state.
Package Brie Cheese tightly for the freezer and label the stored date. Use the freezer duration shown above for this food state.

Storage tips

Keep sealed and refrigerated; use clean utensils.

Is it still good?

Enter when you bought or opened it and where it's stored.

Common questions

How long can Brie cheese sit out before it goes bad?: Brie cheese should not be left out more than 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F / 32°C). Refrigerate promptly.

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