How long is cream cheese safe after expiration date?

Unopened cream cheese that has been refrigerated continuously can be eaten up to 2 weeks past the expiration date on the package.

Opened cream cheese that has been refrigerated continuously can be eaten up to 1 week past the expiration date on the package.

Cream cheese that has been frozen can be eaten up to 2 months past the expiration date on the package.

It is important to note that these are just general guidelines. The safety of cream cheese also depends on how it has been handled. If the cream cheese has been left out at room temperature for more than 2 hours, it should be discarded.