How to Freeze Milk

Freezing milk can be a great way to extend its shelf life when you can't use it up fast enough. Learn how to freeze milk two different ways, in cubes and in its original container.

Prep Time3

Total Time3

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free

Servings: pint

Calories: 289kcal

Author: Jessica Fisher

Cost: $3

Equipment

ice cube trays

Ingredients

1 container milk

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

To freeze milk in its original container

Pour off enough milk so that there's at least one-inch headspace in the container. Loosely replace the cap and place it in the freezer.
To use: transfer the container to a rimmed tray and place in the refrigerator. Allow the frozen milk to thaw on its own in the fridge. The tray is to catch any drips or leaks. Shake well before using.

To freeze milk in cubes

Pour the milk into ice cube trays and place in the freezer. Once firm, remove the cubes from the trays and store in an airtight container in the freezer.
To use: add milk cubes to blender for making smoothies, or to glasses of iced coffee, iced tea, or other cold drinks that benefit from a bit of milk. Milk cubes also work well to cool too hot oatmeal for kids.

Notes

Nutritional information will vary depending on what fat content milk you use and how large is a serving.

For best results: The fat and water will separate in milk when frozen. Be sure to shake it well once thawed to recombine.

Note: sometimes the seams of milk containers will split during freezing. Be sure to thaw the container in a bowl or rimmed tray just in case, to catch drips and keep your fridge clean.

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