How Long Food Lasts

Shelf Stable Foods

How long do almonds last?

Quick answer

Almonds (shell) keep 16 months in the fridge and 20 months in the freezer.

  • Shell 16 months in the fridge · 20 months in the freezer
  • No shell 8 months in the fridge · 10 months in the freezer
  • Roasted almonds, opened 4 weeks in the fridge
Form

Fridge

From purchase

16months

Freezer

Can be frozen: yes

20months

Pantry

6months

Mine has been in the fridge for

Refreeze after thawing in the fridge?

United States
Yes
United Kingdom
Only after cooking

How long do almonds last in the fridge?

  • Shell16 monthsFrom purchase
  • No shell8 monthsFrom purchase
  • Roasted almonds, opened4 weeksAfter opening

Your fridge should be set between 0 and 5°C.

Refrigerators should be set to maintain a temperature of 40 °F or below.

How long do almonds last in the freezer?

  • Shell20 months
  • No shell10 months

Freezer times are for quality; frozen food stays safe.

Your freezer should be around -18°C

A freezer acts as a pause button - food in a freezer won’t go bad and most bacteria cannot grow in it.

Food stored constantly at 0 °F will always be safe. Only the quality suffers with lengthy freezer storage.

Can you freeze almonds?

Yes.

How to defrost almonds safely

  1. In the fridge
  2. In cold water, cook it straight after defrosting
  3. In the microwave, cook it straight after defrosting
  4. Cook it from frozen

You should defrost your food in the fridge so that it doesn’t get too warm

It’s also important to use food within 24 hours after it’s been fully defrosted

There are three safe ways to thaw food: in the refrigerator, in cold water, or in the microwave.

Check the water frequently to be sure it stays cold. Change the water every 30 minutes. After thawing, cook immediately.

It is safe to cook foods from the frozen state. The cooking will take approximately 50% longer than the recommended time for fully thawed or fresh meat and poultry.

Can you refreeze almonds?

  • In the United KingdomOnly after cooking
  • In the United StatesYes

You can freeze food again once cooked, but you’ll only be able to reheat it once after that

Food thawed in the refrigerator can be refrozen without cooking, although there may be some loss of quality.

Foods thawed by the cold water method should be cooked before refreezing.

After cooking raw foods which were previously frozen, it is safe to freeze the cooked foods.

Can almonds be kept out of the fridge?

  • Shell6 months
  • No shell4 months
  • Roasted almondsuse-by date on package
  • Roasted almonds, opened1-2 weeks

All forms at a glance

FormFridgeFreezerPantry
Shell16 months20 months6 months
No shell8 months10 months4 months
Roasted almonds--use-by date on package
Roasted almonds, opened4 weeks-1-2 weeks
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Frequently asked questions

How long do almonds last in the fridge?

Shell: 16 months; No shell: 8 months; Roasted almonds, opened: 4 weeks.

How long do almonds last in the freezer?

Shell: 20 months; No shell: 10 months. Freezer times are for quality; frozen food stays safe.

Can you freeze almonds?

Yes.

Can you refreeze almonds?

In the United Kingdom: Only after cooking; In the United States: Yes.

Sources

We always show the most cautious time among official sources. Last checked: 1 October 2026.