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How long does puff pastry last?
Puff pastry keeps for about 12 months in the freezer. Counted from when you open or store it, unless the package says otherwise.
| Where | How long |
|---|---|
| Freezer | 12 months |
Storage times are the USDA FoodKeeper guidance for quality and safety, not a guarantee; a printed use-by date on the package comes first. Source: USDA FSIS FoodKeeper (CC0), fetched 2026-10-27, category Baked Goods / Refrigerated Dough.
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