Ice pops keep about 9 months in the freezer at 0°F (−18°C).
| Situation | Keeps for |
|---|---|
| Freezer | 9 months |
About 9 months, according to USDA FoodKeeper v128, stored as follows: keep frozen at 0°F (−18°C) until you're ready to use it.
Ice pops are shelf-stable at room temperature: keep frozen at 0°F (−18°C) until you're ready to use it. Refrigerating it mainly preserves quality rather than safety.
Look for: Heavy ice crystals or freezer burn; Dry, discoloured, or leathery patches; An off smell once thawed; A package that clearly thawed and refroze. Never taste something to test it — when in doubt, throw it out.
Yes — USDA FoodKeeper v128 gives about 9 months in the freezer at 0°F (−18°C). Frozen food stays safe indefinitely; that window is about quality, not safety.