Description
Learn how to freeze corn on the cob with expert tips to lock in flavor, texture, and nutrients. Say goodbye to mushy, bland results and hello to peak-summer taste year-round!
Ingredients
- Fresh corn on the cob (choose ears with green husks and plump kernels)
- Ice
- Salt (optional)
- Freezer-safe bags or containers
- Plastic wrap or parchment paper
Instructions
- Select and prep your corn: Remove husks and silks, wash thoroughly.
- Blanch the corn: Boil water, blanch ears (Small: 7 mins, Medium: 9 mins, Large: 11 mins).
- Shock in ice water: Chill blanched cobs for 5–10 minutes.
- Dry and wrap: Pat dry and wrap each cob in plastic wrap or parchment paper.
- Package and freeze: Place in freezer-safe bags, remove air, label and freeze at 0°F or lower.
Notes
Always blanch corn before freezing to retain sweetness and texture. Use fresh corn for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Preservation
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear (100g)
- Calories: 86
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: freeze corn, corn on the cob, food preservation, frozen vegetables, summer produce