Deli & Prepared Foods
How long does store-bought hummus last in the fridge?
Sealed commercial hummus keeps 3 months in the fridge, but once it’s open the preservatives stop buying you much and you’ve got 7 days.
How long does it keep?
| Fridge, from purchase | 3 months |
|---|---|
| Fridge, opened | 7 days |
| Freezer | Not recommended |
Can you freeze hummus? FREEZES, BUT… →
Can it sit out?
Store-bought hummus 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 store-bought hummus has gone bad
- A sour, fizzy-sharp smell as the lid lifts
- A domed lid that pops when you open it
- Mold flecks on the surface or under the rim
- A bitter, fermented taste off a clean spoon
When in doubt, throw it out.
A slick of olive oil poured over the top seals the surface the way the deli case does — it slows the drying out, not the clock.
Quick answers
How long does store-bought hummus last in the fridge?
Sealed commercial hummus keeps 3 months in the fridge, but once it’s open the preservatives stop buying you much and you’ve got 7 days.
Can you freeze store-bought hummus?
Hummus freezes safely despite USDA’s not-recommended — it thaws dry and grainy, and a hard whip with olive oil brings most of it back.
How long can store-bought hummus sit out?
The FSIS 2-hour rule applies to store-bought hummus. 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).