My family can never seem to guess how much milk we’ll need in a week. One week, we run out in two days. The next, the extra jug sits in the fridge until it expires. But good news—I recently discovered a simple fix: you can freeze milk!
How to Freeze Milk Without Making a Mess
Start by pouring out about one cup from a full plastic gallon. Milk expands when it freezes. Without the extra space, your jug could burst and leave a frosty mess in your freezer.
Once you’ve made room, you have two options:
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Freeze the whole jug, or
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Pour milk into ice cube trays for smaller recipe-ready portions.
Important note: only freeze milk in plastic containers. Glass jars can crack from the extreme cold.
How Long Does Frozen Milk Last?
You can safely keep frozen milk for up to three months.
To thaw it:
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Place it in the fridge for 24 hours, or
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If you’re in a rush, submerge the container in cold water. It’ll thaw in about 30 minutes.
Why You’ll Love This Trick
I had no idea you could freeze milk—but now I do, I’m hooked! This trick saves me from:
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Last-minute grocery runs
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Pouring expired milk down the drain
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Feeling guilty over wasted food
It’s also super helpful in everyday situations:
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Stocking up during a sale? Freeze the extras.
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Heading out of town? Freeze what’s left instead of tossing it.
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Just need a splash for coffee? Use a frozen cube.
Give It a Try!
If your family’s milk habits are as unpredictable as mine, freezing milk might just be your new favorite kitchen hack.
Now, if only I could predict how fast we go through cereal…
