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Learn How to Freeze Eggs perfectly every time. It is super easy and you can enjoy them for lots of different recipes. We are going to show you the best way to freeze eggs.
We are talking about freezing eggs today. It is very simple and you will be so glad you started doing this. Did you know that you can freeze eggs? In fact, it is much easier than you may think.
From scrambled eggs to baking, you will love having eggs in the freezer to use. We love to use a muffin tin to make this easy. It really is so handy having eggs ready to be used for baked goods and more.
Once you try it, you see what a great idea it is. Use your frozen eggs in these Overnight Breakfast Casserole Recipes or Blueberry Pancakes Recipe. It is that easy and they taste the same.
What's in this post: How to Freeze Eggs
Can You Freeze Eggs?
Yes, you can freeze large eggs. You will be amazed how easy it is with these simple steps. They taste the same as if you were cooking straight from the egg carton.
Frozen eggs can still be used in your favorite casseroles, baking recipes, or just to scramble for a weekend breakfast.
What are the Benefits?
My family and I eat a lot of eggs. Of course we using them in baking, but they also make a great breakfast served with Air Fryer Bacon. Anytime eggs are on sale, I love to stock up so I can freeze them for many recipes.
It also saves me time having frozen eggs when I need to make a last minute cake or a Mexican Breakfast Casserole. It also saves space in the fridge having the whole eggs frozen in a freezer container.
The next time you are prepping your meals for the week, freeze some eggs with these easy tips.
What All Do You Need?
- Eggs – Use any type or size of Eggs that you prefer
- Salt – Use table salt or kosher salt
How to Freeze Scrambled Eggs
- Step 1 – Crack your eggs and scramble the egg yolks and the egg whites together in a bowl. Add 1 teaspoon of salt per cups of eggs which is best for eggs that you are going to use for scrambled eggs or breakfast casserole. Add 1 teaspoon of sugar to the egg mixture if using for cake or desserts.
- Step 2 – Dived the scrambled eggs in a standard ice cube tray or a muffin tray.
- Step 3 – Then place the pan in the freezer covered for about 4-6 hours or overnight. Once frozen remove the tray from the freezer.
- Step 3 – Place the frozen eggs in a freezer containers. Label the freezer-safe container, date the container to ensure you use in time. Then if you are making cupcakes and need three eggs, you know exactly how many you have.
Expert Tips
- Freezing in Ice Cube Trays – Some people even freeze one scrambled eggs into ice cube trays. Then once frozen you can place them in a freezer bag, so you can pull out only the amount you need.
- Removing Frozen Eggs from Trays – If you have problem removing the frozen eggs from the trays, quickly run the bottom of the tray under warm water. This should help to easily remove the frozen eggs. This works best when using a plastic tray.
- Freezing Multiple Eggs – If you are freezing multiple eggs in a jar or a tray cup, make sure to leave about half-inch room space for the number of yolks to expand. Make sure to not overfill.
- Date Freezer Bag – For best results, we recommend dating the freezer bag to ensure you use the frozen large egg yolk in a timely manner.
How to Thaw Eggs
When you are ready to use the frozen eggs, they will need to be thawed first. Place the frozen eggs in a container and place in the refrigerator for 6-8 hours or overnight for the best freezing process.
For faster thawing process, place the frozen whole large egg in a bowl of cold water. Once thawed, use eggs in about 2 days.
Can you Freeze Eggs that are Cooked?
Yes, you can definitely freeze scrambled eggs. After you have cooked the eggs and allow them to cool. Place in a freezer safe container or wrap in plastic wrap then aluminum foil. Making sure to get all the air out after wrapping the eggs.
Place the wrapped eggs in a freezer safe container or ziplock bag and label. When ready to use, thaw the eggs and enjoy.
We like to freeze them in a prepared breakfast casserole, or freeze them in egg sandwiches and breakfast burritos.
Can you Freeze Egg Whites?
Yes and it is so simple. I prefer to freeze them in ice trays and just pull them out when I am cooking a recipe that calls for large egg white.
How to Freeze Hard Boiled Egg
Hard boiled eggs can be placed in a ziploc bag. I will say that this is my least favorite method. This is because the white portion can become a bit rubbery tasting from being frozen.
Frequently Asked Questions
We do not recommend freezing eggs in the shells. The contents of the egg will expand and crack the shell causing a mess in your freezer.
You can freeze eggs for up to 9 months if they are stored properly.
Using frozen eggs is just as easy to use as using fresh eggs. Allow the frozen eggs to thaw in the fridge overnight and then scramble or use in your favorite egg casserole or baking recipe.
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How to Freeze Eggs
Instructions
- Please each egg in a muffin tin of a silicon muffin tin.
- Lightly scramble the eggs and top a small amount of salt in each muffin tin.
- Place the muffin tin on a baking sheet and place this in the freezer for 4-6 hours until the eggs are frozen.
- Then remove the eggs from the silicon muffin tin. Place in a freezer safe bag, remove as much air as possible and store in the freezer for up to 1 year.
- Defrost the eggs out completely in the refrigerator before use.
Can you freeze the eggs without scrambling them? We like sunny side up eggs and toast.
I haven’t tried that yet.
Do you notice the salt in the frozen egg when baking something sweet?
No, I never notice it
I believe that adding a bit of salt to each “scrambled” egg in it’s silicone muffin tin is very important and needs to be stressed. Otherwise, when frozen, the yolk tends to become gelatinous and a little rubbery or chunky. Also I’d like to know what size muffin cup you use.
I used a muffin tin with 2″ diameter muffin cups.
If you don’t have silicone cupcake pan, can you just use a meta cupcake pan?
Yes, they’re just a little hard to pop out of the pan once you flash freeze them.
Could you freeze hard boiled eggs?
I haven’t tried to freeze hard boiled eggs before. I don’t think that the freeze well.
I made your Easy Banana Bread a week ago. Oh my goodness — it was wonderful. I could not believe “I” made it! Thank you, thank you!!!
My second try is in the oven now. I have never been a “good baker”. If this one turns out like the first one did I will be amazed and finally feel like a “good baker” and will move on to another one of your recipes. Keeping my fingers crossed!
Can you freeze just the egg whites?
Yes you can! 🙂
That’s an awesome trick. Thanks a lot for sharing.
Just a little confused! You said I shouldn’t freeze eggs whole in the shell, but you also said that they can freeze raw? How would I go about freezing them uncooked? Thanks in advance?
You crack them, and then you can freeze them. I normally scramble them a bit, and then place them in a freezer bag or container to freeze.
Great tip. So once the eggs are frozen, if you use them in a recipe, is it safe to freeze what you have cooked? Would there be a difference in cooked versus uncooked recipes? (Like baked muffins or baked oatmeal versus raw meatloaf or uncooked batter or dough that you plan on cooking at a later time). I guess the same question would apply to frozen milk. I really like the tip about using cupcake pans for freezing milk. When I’ve frozen it in qt containers, it takes so long to thaw that it goes bad before it’s used up.
Yes, you can definitely cook and then freeze like normal.That won’t be a problem at all.
I had no clue this was possible! Awesome tip:) stopping by from your SITS tribe to say hi!
Thanks so much. It is great to freeze eggs when you can get them for cheap.