Condiments, Sauces & Canned Goods
How long does cranberry sauce last?
Quick answer
Cranberry sauce (canned, opened) keeps 1-2 weeks in the refrigerator.
- Homemade 7-10 days in the refrigerator
- Canned, opened 1-2 weeks in the refrigerator
Fridge
After opening
1-2weeks
Freezer
No known time
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Pantry
No known time
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Mine has been in the fridge for
Refreeze after thawing in the fridge?
- United States
- Yes
- United Kingdom
- Only after cooking
How long does cranberry sauce last in the refrigerator?
- Canned, opened1-2 weeksAfter opening
- Homemade7-10 daysFrom purchase
Refrigerators should be set to maintain a temperature of 40 °F or below.
Your fridge should be set between 0 and 5°C.
Can you freeze cranberry sauce?
Can you refreeze cranberry sauce?
- In the United StatesYes
- In the United KingdomOnly after cooking
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.
You can freeze food again once cooked, but you’ll only be able to reheat it once after that
Can cranberry sauce be stored at room temperature?
- Canned2 years
All forms at a glance
| Form | Fridge | Freezer | Pantry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canned | - | - | 2 years |
| Canned, opened | 1-2 weeks | - | - |
| Homemade | 7-10 days | - | - |
Frequently asked questions
How long does cranberry sauce last in the refrigerator?
Canned, opened: 1-2 weeks; Homemade: 7-10 days.
Can you refreeze cranberry sauce?
In the United States: Yes; In the United Kingdom: Only after cooking.
Sources
We always show the most cautious time among official sources. Last verified: October 1, 2026.