How Long Does Corn Last?

How Long Does Corn Last?

How long does corn last? The shelf life of corn, like most other fresh vegetables may not have a sell by date, use by date, or best before date so you have to go with purchase date in most cases. Although fresh corn on the cob is best and often only available during the summer months, it is enjoyed all year long in either canned or frozen form.


Corn Expiration Date

Fresh Corn lasts for 5-7 Days
Cooked Corn lasts for 5-7 Days


How to tell if Corn is bad, rotten or spoiled?


It is the tips of the corn cob that will begin to go bad first. The best way to tell if your corn on the cob is going bad is to look at the top spray, if it is moist and darkening that is not a good sign. Often mold will begin to form at a moist tip, at which you will want to either cut off the top end plus an extra inch of the cob (if it has not spread too far) or just discard the entire ear of corn if it has spread beyond the tip. If fresh corn cobs have been left on the counter they will dry out, starting with the outer husk and the color will be a lighter green and dry looking. This corn will cook up chewy and flavorless instead of moist and tasty.



How to store Corn to extend its shelf life?

It is best to store them whole and unwashed in a sealed plastic bag in the fridge vegetable drawer.For a longer term option, corn may be frozen for 6-8 months, but they should be cooked or blanched first and placed in freezer safe containers.



How long is Corn good for when prepared in a dish?

How long does corn last? That depends. How long does soup last? In general, it lasts only as long as the quickest expiring ingredient in the recipe.

What are our shelf life resources?


*An important note about expiration dates...
