Can you freeze cottage cheese?
You certainly can, and this guide will help you do it safely.
Cottage cheese is high in protein and calcium, making it an excellent snack and ingredient.
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Cottage cheese can be used for just about everything, from sauces to bread, andeven ice cream.
Its not just as simple as throwing it into the freezer and hoping for the best.
Heres what you should probably know about freezing cottage cheese.
Is it Safe to Freeze Cottage Cheese?
Its safe to freeze cottage cheese.
However, when you do so, the texture changes significantly becausecottage cheeseis very high in moisture.
(The extra water turns into ice crystals.)
If you enjoy your cottage cheese right out of the container, then youre better off buying it fresh.
Its not advised to freeze fat-free cottage cheese.
Dont freeze cottage cheese that has been in your fridge for more than a few days.
you might do this inairtight containersor in airtight plastic bags.
double-check to label the date you froze it.
If it has been opened, youll only want to freeze it for one to three months.
Thawing cottage cheese slowly in the fridge is the best way to defrost.
Simply place in the fridge to defrost.
You may want to put the container in a bowl as it thaws so the condensation doesnt get everywhere.
Because its dairy, you dont want to leave iton the countertop.
Once it thaws, its ok to drain some of the liquid on top.
It just makes the cottage cheese a bit more watery.
you might also mix it in to re-even the consistency.
Before using, youll want to smell your cottage cheese to confirm it hasnt gone sour.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes.
Cottage cheese will become softer and creamier when warmed up.
Cottage cheese shouldn’t be left out of the refrigerator for more than two hours at a time.
If it has been left out overnight, then it should be discarded immediately.
Cottage cheese is a curdled milk product, and sour cream is a fermented cream.
