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How to Freeze Corn on the Cob

A simple guide to freezing fresh corn on the cob to preserve its sweetness and flavor for later use.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Preservation
Cuisine: American
Calories: 77
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Corn
  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob Choose sweet, ripe corn.
Water
  • 1 gallon water For boiling.
Ice
  • 4 cups ice For ice bath.

Method
 

Prepare the Corn
  1. Remove the husks and silk from the corn on the cob.
Boil the Corn
  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the corn and boil for 5 minutes.
Ice Bath
  1. Prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with ice and cold water. Transfer the corn to the ice bath to stop the cooking process.
Dry and Package
  1. Once cooled, remove the corn from the ice bath, pat dry, and place in freezer bags. Remove as much air as possible before sealing.
Freeze
  1. Label the bags with the date and freeze. Use within 6-12 months for best quality.

Nutrition

Serving: 1earCalories: 77kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 3gFat: 1gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 270mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 10mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Freezing corn on the cob is a great way to enjoy summer flavors year-round. Ensure corn is fresh for the best results.

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