Most of us would admit that we enjoy a cheesecake every now and then after our meals. The thing is, cheesecake can be quite a large dessert and as a result of this, you might have a lot of leftovers.
There’s nothing wrong with this, but some desserts do not last very long in the fridge. At this point, you may be wondering – how long does cheesecake last in the fridge?
The answer is that cheesecake generally lasts up to five days in the refrigerator, but this time may vary depending on environment and ingredients.
This guide will show you everything you need to know about storing your cheesecake and how long it actually lasts. Read on to learn more.
Cheesecake Life
Cheesecakes vary in terms of their life span. Typically, cheesecake is made using dairy products such as eggs and cream cheese. This means that you have to consider these products as perishable.
Due to this, these delicate ingredients do not keep their freshness for a particularly long time.
So what you can expect is for a cheesecake to typically last between three and five days when they are stored correctly and refrigerated.
However, if you have purchased the cheesecake in a store, this time may vary. It’s always important that you read the label to ensure you are not leaving your cheesecake for too long in the refrigerator.
By doing so and then consuming the cheesecake, you may begin to experience food borne illnesses and exhibit symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea and nausea.
Enhance Your Cheesecake’s Life Span
If you want your cheesecake to last as long as possible, there are a few things you can do to extend it. Here’s some of the best ideas to ensure that you’re enjoying your cheesecake for as long as you can and not get sick!
Eat It Right Away/Give It Away
Okay, so we’ll start with the most obvious. Whenever possible, you should try to consume the majority, if not all, of the cheesecake as soon as you can.
This will avoid any unnecessary worry or having to deal with storage. If you cannot manage to eat any more cheesecake, then try to give it away to other guests or others who may wish for some.
Do not eat more than you can and try to follow nutrition guidelines for calories, meal sizes and sugar content.
Refrigeration
Of course, refrigeration is indeed an option, but you need to bear a few points in mind when it comes to placing your cheesecake in the refrigerator.
Space
First you must consider the space in your refrigerator. Ask yourself if you have enough space to accommodate the leftover cheesecake. If you do not, it’s not advised for you to cram it in or force it through.
If you find you do not have enough space, then consider placing the slices into individual airtight plastic containers, ready for you to freeze them.
Wrapping
One of the most important parts of storing your cheesecake in the refrigerator is to wrap it correctly. You should use a plastic wrap or foil wrap and place it in the refrigerator, preferably within a plastic container.
Location
The location of where you put the cheesecake in your refrigerator will be critical.
You should put the cheesecake leftovers in one of two potential places in the refrigerator. Either in the vegetable or fruit drawer, or on the very top shelf.
This is important because it will help to avoid cross contamination and therefore you will avoid food poisoning.
Freezing
Freezing your leftover cheesecake is indeed another option you may decide to opt for. It’s actually the best choice and helps to extend the life of your cheesecake by up to three months.
When you’re freezing your cheesecake you must consider using individual containers and then correctly labeling them.
This will help massively for things like space in the freezer and being able to identify what you have left at a later date.
It’s also a good idea when you are labeling your cheesecake leftovers to place an expiration date on them. Check the date three months from the day you place them into the freezer and label it accordingly.
If the cheesecake is store bought, the expiration date for refrigeration and freezing should be clearly labeled on the packet or box.
If it is not, then always go by the general rule of thumb that it lasts three months from that day.
Can Cheesecake Go Bad?
Due to the inclusion of things like eggs and cream cheese, you can be sure that cheesecake will eventually go bad if improperly stored or through natural expiration.
There are a few ways you can see if your cheesecake has gone bad. One is by looking at it. Do you notice any mold or bacterial growths on the cheesecake?
If you do, you should dispose of the cheesecake as soon as possible in the correct way. Do not put it in the normal refuse bin as this can cause further problems, such as smell and attract pests.
Another way to know if your cheesecake has gone bad is by its smell. If your cheesecake has a very sour smell to it, then the chances are it has gone bad.
Once again, this is the time to dispose of the leftovers as soon as you possibly can. A final way you can tell if your cheesecake has gone bad is by taste.
If you’ve eaten bad cheesecake, the taste will be very sour and almost rotten. It’s important to keep a little bit of this and call for medical advice as soon as possible.
The Bottom Line
Cheesecake can last up to five days in the refrigerator unless store bought products state otherwise. Always be careful with your food and never eat something that has expired!
Have you ever made something so delicious that you wished you could savor it forever?
Only to find that the recipe has now mysteriously vanished from your phone and the entirety of the internet. Yep, there’s not much more painful than that.
Hi, my name is Mark Williams and I have been infatuated with cooking since I was young. I would beg my mother to pull a chair up to the counter so I could watch what she was doing.
