Fresh Freezer Corn on the Cob Recipe Easy Sweet Summer Flavor Year-Round
This recipe shows how to freeze fresh corn on the cob to preserve its sweet, crisp flavor and texture year-round. The method involves blanching, shocking in ice water, drying, and freezing to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Fresh corn on the cob
- Water (for blanching and ice bath)
- Salt (optional, for blanching water)
- Freezer-safe bags or airtight containers
- Optional: unsalted butter or herb butter for serving
- Optional: freshly cracked black pepper or smoked paprika for serving
Instructions
- Remove the husks and silk from each ear of corn. Rinse under cold water and trim ends if desired.
- Fill a large pot with enough water to cover the corn and bring to a rolling boil. Add a pinch of salt if using.
- Carefully place the ears into the boiling water using tongs. Blanch for exactly 4 minutes.
- Immediately transfer the corn to a large bowl filled with ice water. Leave for 5 minutes or until completely cooled.
- Remove the corn from the ice water and pat dry thoroughly with kitchen towels.
- Wrap each ear individually in plastic wrap or place directly into freezer-safe zip-top bags. Press out as much air as possible before sealing and label with the date.
- Place the wrapped corn in the coldest part of your freezer. Freeze for up to 12 months, best used within 6 months.
Notes
Do not over-blanch the corn to avoid mushy texture. The ice water bath is essential to stop cooking and preserve sweetness. Dry corn thoroughly before freezing to prevent ice crystals and freezer burn. Freeze ears in a single layer before bagging to avoid sticking. Cook frozen corn directly from the freezer without thawing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: One medium ear of co
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 1
- Saturated Fat: 0.2
- Carbohydrates: 21
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 2
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