you could definitely freeze eggs!
Save those golden yolks for up to a year.
As egg prices climb, you may wonder, “Can you freeze eggs?”
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The answer is yes, and we’ll show you how.
Freezing eggs offers aneasy, safe, and practical wayto stretch your food budget.
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Can You Freeze Eggs?
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you could absolutely freeze eggs, including egg whites, yolks, and whole eggs.
You may be wondering if it’s possible for you to freeze hardboiled eggs.
The answer is you’ve got the option to, partially.
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According toThe American Egg Board, you’re able to freeze hardboiled egg yolks for use later.
Each egg needs to be removed from its shell.
As the eggs freeze, they will expand and contract which could crack the shell if frozen whole.
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Once cracked, you might separate and freeze or keep them whole.
Again, only freeze fresh eggs.
Expired eggs should go straight into the trash orcompost bin.
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To check the freshness, try the egg float test.
Fill a bowl with water and submerge the eggs.
If the eggs sink, theyre still fresh.
If they float, discard them.
Can You Freeze Egg Whites?
Yes, it’s possible for you to freeze egg whites.
Break and separate the eggs, one at a time, ensuring no yolk gets in the whites.
Pour the whites into afreezer-safe container.
Can You Freeze Egg Yolks?
Label the container with the number of yolks and the date and stick them in the freezer.
Can You Freeze Raw Eggs?
Good news: you’ve got the option to!
For best results, beat yolks and whites just until blended.
Try this trick before you freeze eggs for faster thawing andeasier measuringwhen its time to cook.
How Long Can You Freeze Eggs?
How to Defrost Frozen Eggs
It pays to plan when youre ready to use the frozen eggs.
Never cook eggs directly from their frozen state.
Transfer the eggs from the freezerto the refrigeratorin their container and let them thaw.
Thawing can take up to 24 hours, depending on the amount of frozen eggs.
Use egg yolks or whole eggs as soon as theyre thawed.
Test Kitchen Tip:Defrost with care!
You should not refreeze eggs after they’ve been thawed.
Freezing eggs is one of our Test Kitchen’s go-to methods for prepping ahead.
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