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How long does avocado last in the freezer?
Avocados ripen on the counter and the fridge slows them down.
in the freezer
4–6 months
Freeze mashed with a little lemon juice.
Avocado storage times compared
| Storage | Keeps for | |
|---|---|---|
| 🍽️ Counter | 4–7 days | |
| ❄️ Fridge | 3–5 days | |
| 🧊 Freezer | 4–6 months |
Times assume a fridge at or below 4°C / 40°F and a freezer at -18°C / 0°F.
🛒 Store it better
Keep avocado fresher for longer with the right produce keeper containers.
Shop produce keeper containers →How to tell if avocado has gone bad
- Black, stringy flesh
- Sour or rancid smell
- Mold inside
Storage tips
- Speed ripening in a paper bag with a banana.
- Refrigerate once ripe to pause it.
Frequently asked questions
- How do you ripen an avocado fast?
- Put it in a paper bag with a banana or apple for a day or two.