Dairy Products & Eggs
How long do raw egg whites and yolks last in the fridge?
Once they’re out of the shell, raw whites and yolks keep 2–4 days in the fridge — a fraction of a whole egg’s life, so freeze the leftovers for 12 months instead of hoping.
How long does it keep?
| Fridge | 2–4 days |
|---|---|
| Freezer | 12 months |
Can you freeze eggs? FREEZES, BUT… →
Can it sit out?
Raw egg whites and yolks is perishable — the FSIS 2-hour rule applies.
Perishable food left at room temperature for more than 2 hours should be thrown out — 1 hour if it’s 90°F or hotter (a picnic, a hot car, a summer kitchen).
How to tell if raw egg whites and yolks has gone bad
- A faint sour or sulfur note in the container
- Yolks gone crusted, flattened, or dull
- Whites turned cloudy, pinkish, or iridescent
When in doubt, throw it out.
Freeze whites in an ice-cube tray, one per well — yolks need a pinch of salt or sugar beaten in first or they set up gluey.
Quick answers
How long do raw egg whites and yolks last in the fridge?
Once they’re out of the shell, raw whites and yolks keep 2–4 days in the fridge — a fraction of a whole egg’s life, so freeze the leftovers for 12 months instead of hoping.
Can you freeze raw egg whites and yolks?
Never freeze eggs in the shell — cracked out and beaten first, they freeze cleanly for 12 months.
How long can raw egg whites and yolks sit out?
The FSIS 2-hour rule applies to raw egg whites and yolks. Perishable food left at room temperature for more than 2 hours should be thrown out — 1 hour if it’s 90°F or hotter (a picnic, a hot car, a summer kitchen).