How long does Hard-Boiled Eggs last?
How long does Hard-Boiled Eggs last? fridge 1 week (in shell). Plus spoilage signs, sources, and an unopened-vs-opened note.
Quick answer
Sealed / unopened: N/A
Signs Hard-Boiled Eggs has gone bad
- Sulfurous (rotten egg) smell.
- Gray or green yolk discoloration beyond normal cooking, slimy whites, off taste.
Discard immediately if
- Any sulfurous smell when cracked
- Visible cracks in the shell with any seepage
- Pink, green, or iridescent yolk or white
Why guidance varies
Cooked food safety depends on how quickly it was cooled to 40°F, container depth, and whether it stayed under the 2-hour danger zone limit before refrigerating.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Hard-Boiled Eggs last?
In the fridge: 1 week (in shell). Sealed / unopened: N/A. Keep in shell until ready to eat. Peeled eggs: up to 5 days submerged in cold water.
How can you tell if Hard-Boiled Eggs has gone bad?
Signs that Hard-Boiled Eggs has gone bad: Sulfurous (rotten egg) smell; Gray or green yolk discoloration beyond normal cooking, slimy whites, off taste.
What does the date label on Hard-Boiled Eggs mean?
Hard-Boiled Eggs usually doesn't carry a printed date label — judge by storage time and the spoilage signs above.
Sources for this answer
- A USDA FSIS — Leftovers and Food Safety — Storage windows and refrigeration guidance for this category.
- A FoodSafety.gov — 4 Steps to Food Safety — Date-label interpretation and food-safety baseline.