Baking Science & Safety days
How Long Do Bakes Keep?
How long does pumpkin pie last? 2 hours on the counter, 3 to 4 days in the fridge, 1 to 2 months in the freezer.
Pick what you baked to see how long it keeps on the counter, in the fridge and in the freezer, using USDA's FoodKeeper times.
How to use it
- Choose the bake.
- Read the counter, fridge and freezer times.
- Refrigerate pumpkin, pecan and custard pies within 2 hours.
How it works
Times come from USDA FSIS FoodKeeper data, the data behind the FoodKeeper app.
Entries that look like data errors in FoodKeeper are left out.
Freezer times are for best quality; frozen food stays safe longer.
Assumptions and limits
- Food handled cleanly and wrapped airtight.
- Fridge at 40°F (4°C) or colder, freezer at 0°F (−18°C).
- Homemade bakes without preservatives.
Sources reviewed October 23, 2026.
Quick reference: How long bakes keep
| Bake | Counter | Fridge | Freezer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fruit pie | 1–2 days | 1 week | 8 months |
| Pumpkin or pecan pie | 2 hours | 3–4 days | 1–2 months |
| Cream pie | – | 3–4 days | Not recommended |
| Cheesecake | – | 5–7 days | 3–6 months |
| Quiche | 2 hours | 3–5 days | 2–3 months |
| Muffins, homemade | 3–7 days | Not recommended | 2–3 months |
| Bread, homemade | 3–5 days | – | – |
Source: USDA FSIS FoodKeeper data.
Tips
- Cool bakes fully before wrapping to avoid soggy crusts.
- Freeze slices for quick single servings.
- Label and date what you freeze.
Recipes to try it with
Questions
How long does pumpkin pie last?
2 hours on the counter, 3 to 4 days in the fridge, 1 to 2 months in the freezer.
How long does cheesecake last in the fridge?
5 to 7 days; up to 3 to 6 months frozen.
Does fruit pie need to be refrigerated?
It keeps 1 to 2 days on the counter and about a week in the fridge.