{"id":21323,"date":"2025-06-03T11:45:25","date_gmt":"2025-06-03T11:45:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/?p=21323"},"modified":"2025-06-04T15:17:41","modified_gmt":"2025-06-04T15:17:41","slug":"freeze-these-dairy-items-to-stretch-your-grocery-budget","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/03\/freeze-these-dairy-items-to-stretch-your-grocery-budget\/","title":{"rendered":"Freeze These Dairy Items to Stretch Your Grocery Budget"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>Wondering if you can freeze cheese, milk, and eggs to stop food waste and save money? The answer is, YES!<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-11697428 skip-lazy lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"hand holding milk jug in front of freezer\" width=\"912\" height=\"608\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/freeze-dairy.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p>Scored a <a>great deal<\/a> on cheese, milk, or eggs, but running out of fridge space? &#128553; These easy and clever tips will show you how to freeze cheese, milk, eggs, and other dairy products, so they can safely be used at a later date (some for up to a YEAR)!<\/p>\n<p>Plus, these hacks aren&rsquo;t just convenient; they&rsquo;re HUGE money savers that&rsquo;ll minimize your weekly grocery trips!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"intro lead\"><strong>How to freeze cheese:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10221992 size-large lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"frozen shredded cheddar cheese in bag\" width=\"912\" height=\"608\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/freezing-shredded-cheese-in-freezer.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p>Thanks to this freezer hack, you can buy all the cheese you want when it&rsquo;s on sale, even if you only need a little for the week ahead. Frozen cheese typically lasts up to 6 months.<\/p>\n<div class=\"knockout default-blue\">\n<blockquote>\n<h3 class=\"intro lead\">Cheese freezing tips:<\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n<ul>\n<li>Shred it before you freeze it. Block-style cheese doesn&rsquo;t turn out the best in the freezer. &#128078;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Store it in a large freezer bag and let out excess air before sealing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>To avoid sticky, clumpy cheese, add 1 tablespoon of cornstarch for every pound of cheese. Shake it up in the bag, seal, and freeze.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>When ready to use, let thaw in the refrigerator for 24 hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>BONUS! Try this reader tip:<\/strong> I grate my cheese in my food pro, then flash freeze it on cookie sheets before bagging it up for the freezer. No corn starch is needed! <em>(Thanks, Hip Reader, Blue!)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"intro lead\"><strong>How to freeze milk:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-11697430 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"hand placing milk in freezer\" width=\"912\" height=\"608\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/freeze-dairy-1.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p>Milk is one of those dairy products you always need to have on hand. If you snag a deal on almost-expired milk, just store what you won&rsquo;t use in the freezer for up to one month and pull it out when you need it!<\/p>\n<div class=\"knockout default-blue\">\n<blockquote>\n<h3 class=\"intro lead\">Milk freezing tips:<\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n<ul>\n<li>Pour out a little bit of milk from the carton so it doesn&rsquo;t expand too much before placing it in the freezer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>When ready for use, move milk to the fridge and let thaw completely so it isn&rsquo;t watery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Once thawed, just shake it up and it&rsquo;s as good as new! <em>Milk turn <span style=\"color: #ffcc00\"><strong>yellow<\/strong><\/span>?<\/em> Don&rsquo;t worry, this is totally normal and safe to drink when thawed properly! It should return back to its white colors as it thaws!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"knockout outline default-blue\">\n<h2 class=\"intro lead\">Here are a few more General Do&rsquo;s &amp; Don&rsquo;t&rsquo;s for freezing milk and similar dairy products:<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&#9989; <strong>DO &ndash; Use your frozen milk within a month after freezing.<\/strong> <em>Although you CAN freeze milk safely for up to 6 months, <a target=\"_blank\">Healthline<\/a> recommends using it within 1 month.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>&#10060; DON&rsquo;T &ndash; Freeze sugar-free coffee creamers or lactose-free milk. <\/strong>It turns clumpy when thawed.<\/p>\n<p>&#9989; <strong>DO &ndash; Freeze half &amp; half and regular coffee creamers. <\/strong>Just like you freeze milk, be sure to empty out a bit to leave room for expansion.<\/p>\n<p><strong>&#10060; DON&rsquo;T &ndash; Freeze milk in a paper carton. <\/strong>Pour it into a plastic or glass container before freezing instead.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"intro lead\"><strong>How to freeze heavy cream and whipping cream:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10221095 size-large lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"A hand holding a frozen whipped cream dollop\" width=\"912\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Whipped-cream-dollops.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p>Heavy cream and whipping cream are often used in small amounts for cooking and baking purposes to make things like soups and sauces. If you&rsquo;ve got an almost-full container of cream that you don&rsquo;t need to use for a while, keep it fresh by storing it in your freezer.<\/p>\n<div class=\"knockout default-blue\">\n<blockquote>\n<h3 class=\"intro lead\">Heavy cream and whipping cream freezing tips:<\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n<ul>\n<li>To freeze small amounts, pour the cream into an ice cube tray and place it in the freezer. Each cube will contain about 2 tablespoons of liquid.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>To freeze large amounts of heavy or whipping cream, simply place the original carton in the freezer. If it&rsquo;s nearly full, pour out 1-2 inches because it will expand a bit when frozen.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>If you plan on whipping your cream, do so before freezing (frozen, then thawed heavy cream won&rsquo;t be quite as fluffy as it would be when fresh). Place spoonfuls of the whipped cream on a parchment-lined tray and place it in the freezer. Once completely frozen, transfer the frozen dollops to a freezer bag.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"intro lead\"><strong>How to freeze eggs:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10192411 size-large lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Whisked eggs in an ice cube tray next to egg carton and two eggs on the counter\" width=\"912\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/How-to-freeze-eggs.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p>Believe it or not, eggs are freezer-friendly, too! This comes in handy when you&rsquo;re baking and realize you only have 1 egg left in the fridge. You can freeze eggs for up to 1 year so stock up when they&rsquo;re on a good sale!<\/p>\n<div class=\"knockout default-blue\">\n<blockquote>\n<h3 class=\"intro lead\">Egg freezing tips:<\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n<ul>\n<li>Use an <a target=\"_blank\">easy-twist ice cube tray<\/a> to store individual eggs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Crack and whisk the eggs before pouring them into the ice cube tray.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>You can also use a muffin tin to freeze larger egg portions and then transfer them to a freezer bag.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Add desired seasonings to the egg mixture before freezing to minimize prep work later.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Defrost for 24 hours in the fridge before use.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"intro lead\"><strong>How to freeze butter:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10222003 size-large lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"placing challenge butter into freezer\" width=\"912\" height=\"553\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/challenge-salted-butter-in-freezer.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p>Buying butter in bulk can save you some serious grocery dollars, but where to put it all? Luckily, you can keep your fridge nice and tidy by storing your butter surplus in the freezer for 6-12 months. And it&rsquo;s so simple with zero prep work for freezing &mdash; just put the sticks of butter still in their package into the freezer! That&rsquo;s it!<\/p>\n<div class=\"knockout default-blue\">\n<blockquote>\n<h3 class=\"intro lead\">Butter freezing tips:<\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n<ul>\n<li>Avoid storing unsalted butter for more than 1 month, as it loses its flavor faster than salted butter. (Although many readers say they&rsquo;ve frozen unsalted butter for months without problems!)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Keep butter in the original packaging (wrapper and box).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>If storing without original packaging, wrap it in aluminum foil and place it in a freezer bag.<\/li>\n<li>To thaw for immediate use, place in the microwave and turn over every 10 seconds until it reaches the desired softness.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Did you know?<\/strong> Frozen butter is the best for grating and making homemade biscuits! <em>(Thanks, Hip Reader, GAmommyof4)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"intro lead\"><strong>How to freeze yogurt for smoothies:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10221133 size-large lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Freezing yogurt dollops in a muffin tin\" width=\"912\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Freezing-yogurt.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p>Yogurt is an essential smoothie ingredient, but it doesn&rsquo;t last forever in the fridge. When frozen, you don&rsquo;t have to worry about using it all up before the expiration date. Freezing also extends the life of your yogurt by 3-4 months.<\/p>\n<div class=\"knockout default-blue\">\n<blockquote>\n<h3 class=\"intro lead\">Yogurt freezing tips:<\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n<ul>\n<li>To freeze perfect yogurt portions for a smoothie, place the desired amount in a muffin tin and then place it in the freezer for 2-3 hours. Once frozen, transfer the yogurt molds to a freezer bag to save space and place back in the freezer.<\/li>\n<li>You can also scoop dollops onto a parchment-lined tray, leaving about an inch in between the scoops. After the scoops have completely frozen, move them to a freezer bag.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Freezing Go-Gurt or other yogurt tubes?<\/strong> Stash the tubes as-is in the freezer, and enjoy them like a popsicle when ready to eat! These tubes double as ice packs in their lunch boxes too and will be nice and thawed come lunchtime at school!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Try this! <\/strong>I&rsquo;ve been mixing Dannon light and fit with chopped up fresh strawberries or a can of crushed pineapple and have been freezing them in small glad and tupperware containers. It is so good and refreshing on a hot day! It&rsquo;s like eating an icy! My daughter and I love it! <em>(Thanks, Hip Reader, Kristy)<br \/>\n<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>*Keep in mind that these freezer hacks are primarily for smoothies. Thawed, frozen yogurt may not be as good if you plan on eating it by itself.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"intro lead\"><strong>How to freeze sour cream, ricotta cheese, cottage cheese, &amp; similar dairy products:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11032006 size-large lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"putting sour cream into freezer\" width=\"912\" height=\"608\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/freeze-ricotta-cheese.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p>Cottage cheese can be another essential smoothie ingredient, and all that expensive ricotta can be saved for the next time you whip up some yummy lasagna.<\/p>\n<div class=\"knockout default-blue\">\n<blockquote>\n<h3 class=\"intro lead\">Sour cream, ricotta cheese, etc. freezing tips:<\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n<ul>\n<li>For small portions, such as dollops for smoothies or lasagna, place the desired amount in a muffin tin or on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 2-3 hours in the freezer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Once frozen, transfer to a freezer bag or airtight container.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><em><strong>Too much sour cream? Use your leftovers to make Lina&rsquo;s heavenly <a>Coconut Cake<\/a>! &#128523;<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"intro lead\"><strong>How to freeze cream cheese:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10034246 size-large lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"philadelphia cream cheese blocks on a shelf in a store\" width=\"912\" height=\"479\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/target-cream-cheese.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p>Whether in block form or as a spread, don&rsquo;t we all love that creamy goodness?! You can freeze cream cheese, much like the other dairy-based products listed above. The key to fresh cream cheese once frozen is to allow plenty of time to properly thaw, typically overnight.<\/p>\n<div class=\"knockout default-blue\">\n<blockquote>\n<h3 class=\"intro lead\">Cream cheese freezing tips:<\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n<ul>\n<li>When freezing a block of cream cheese, it&rsquo;s best to first wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or store in an airtight container.<\/li>\n<li>Be sure to let thaw overnight when ready to use, and whisk or stir up to revive its consistency<\/li>\n<li><strong>Attention, bakers!<\/strong> You can also make batches of cream cheese icing, and then it is ready when you bake a cake. I just put mine in freezer bags, and they thaw quickly for cake decorating. <em>(Thanks, Hip Reader, Penny)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11032005 size-large lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"arms holding eggs cream and dairy stuff\" width=\"912\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.singhaparatech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/freeze-cheese-milk-and-dairy.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p>Now that you know how to freeze a few essential dairy products, make some room in your freezer and keep an eye out for <a>grocery deals<\/a> like price drops on milk and BOGO sales on butter and cheese.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p class=\"intro lead\"><strong>Got a lot of cheese on hand? <a>Time to make this easy Baked Ziti!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wondering if you can freeze cheese, milk, and eggs to stop food waste and save money? 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