Can You Freeze Yoghurt?
Written by Jordan Morley · Reviewed against USDA FoodKeeper · Last updated 28 October 2026
Yes, for about 1–2 months, but thawed yoghurt turns grainy and watery: use it in smoothies, baking and sauces, not from the pot.
What freezing does to yoghurt
Yoghurt is safe frozen, but the proteins and whey separate as it thaws. Greek-style (strained) yoghurt holds together better than thin set yoghurt. Yoghurt is safe to freeze, but the structure falls apart: the whey separates when it thaws and the texture goes watery or grainy. Use thawed yoghurt in smoothies, baking, marinades and sauces rather than eating it from the pot. Frozen as a lolly or dessert, it works well. FoodKeeper gives yoghurt a best-quality freezer window of 1–2 months.
You can also check the calorie content of yoghurt alongside its safety information.
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Yoghurt next to similar foods
| Food | Freezer window |
|---|---|
| Sweetened Whipped Cream | 1–2 months |
| Yoghurt | 1–2 months |
| Buttermilk | 3 months |
| Milk | 3 months |
| Double Cream | 3–4 months |
Of the 12 dairy foods in the freezing guide, yoghurt has a best-quality window that is equal to 1 and shorter than 10.
Yoghurt: the other answers on this site
| Question | Short answer (links to the full page) |
|---|---|
| In pregnancy | Safe |
| In the fridge (Yoghurt (Opened)) | 1–2 weeks in the fridge |
| Left out overnight | No — throw it away (limit about 2 h) |
| Past the date on the label | Check your label: use-by or best-before |
Common questions
How long can you freeze yoghurt?
For best quality, up to 1–2 months (USDA FoodKeeper). It stays safe beyond that, because bacteria cannot grow at a constant -18°C; the time limit is about taste and texture, not safety. Label the pack with the date so you can use the oldest first.
How should I freeze yoghurt?
Freeze in small portions in ice-cube trays or lolly moulds, then bag them. Leave room in a tub because it expands. Freeze it before the use-by date.
How do I defrost yoghurt?
In the fridge. Stir or blitz to bring it back together. Use it within a day or so.
Can you refreeze yoghurt?
Do not refreeze.
Fridge or freezer for yoghurt?
The fridge window for yoghurt is 1–2 weeks (USDA FoodKeeper). If you are not going to finish it inside that window, freeze it while it is still fresh, ideally in the first day or two, since freezing only pauses the clock and anything frozen late goes in with less life left.
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Primary source: USDA FoodKeeper.
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