How to Freeze Milk

Today, we are going to show you how to freeze milk. It is super easy and you will wish you started sooner. The next time you spot a great deal but don’t know if you can use all of the milk, freeze it!

If you have the freezer space, go ahead and store the milk and freeze it for later. Never pass up a great sale again on milk. Saving money is fun and having extra milk in the freezer is super handy!

If you have an extra freezer, you can really freeze all sorts of things to save time and money over the year. Get more freezer tips here.

Can I Freeze Milk?

Yes! In just a few easy steps, you can most definitely freeze milk. Since you use the container the milk comes in, it is even easier. No extra things required or special freezing containers. It is literally SO easy.

We even have tips for what to do if you simply do not have the space to freeze an entire gallon in the freezer. Keep reading for all the tips and tricks! Freezing milk is a game changer.

How to Freeze a Gallon of Milk

• Step 1: Pour off a little so that you have about 2 inches or so of room at the top of the jug. If you don’t do this the container may break as the milk freezes. As the milk freezes it expands so you must do this step.
• Step 2: Place in the freezer standing upright. You will see the fat separate, but don’t panic.
• Step 3. When ready, Thaw in the fridge – Once it is thawed, just shake to mix the milk back to its original state. Use within a few days of thawing.

Thawing and Using Frozen Milk

When you are ready to thaw your frozen milk, place the container in the refrigerator to thaw. It may take up to a day or so to thaw depending on the plastic containers or glass container that you used.

You may notice that your milk has a grainy texture and that is very normal. The fat content separates during freezes which changes the texture. We find that lower fat content freezes better than whole milk.

You can easily stir or shake the jugs of milk to restore some smoothness but you will find that it may not be the same as if you bought it fresh. But it is best to use for your smoothies, cooking or baking recipes.

Expert Tips

• Freezing small portions – If you prefer you can freeze milk in a cup cake pan or use ice cube trays to freeze milk which results in small amounts. Then once it frozen, pop them portions out and place in a freezer-safe bag or freezer-safe containers.
• Storing – You can freeze in the cartons or use an airtight container such as mason jars if not freezing smaller portions. This helps to prevent the milk from picking up odors from the other foods in the fridge.
• Using Frozen Milk – I like using the milk stored in the fridge when making Pancakes, or really when you are baking any dessert. You can also make easy homemade hot chocolate mix.  Enjoy white gravy recipe- ready in 10 minutes and you can use the milk from the freezer.
• Date Milk – Another tip is to write the date on the milk so you know when the gallon of milk was placed in the freezer.