How To: Freeze Buttermilk
Description: Learn how to freeze buttermilk in ice cube trays so you can always have it on hand for recipes. It's a great way to prevent waste and save money!
Ingredients
- 1 quart buttermilk
Instructions
- Measure the volume of your ice cube tray wells. This will help you determine how many cubes you need for recipes.
- Shake the buttermilk carton well and carefully pour the buttermilk into the ice cube tray.
- Allow the buttermilk cubes to freeze completely.
- Once frozen, transfer the buttermilk cubes to a freezer bag to prevent them from drying out or absorbing freezer odors.
- Label and date the freezer bag. You can also record the volume of the cubes on the bag for easy reference.
- Store the bag of frozen buttermilk cubes in the freezer.
- To thaw, you can microwave in short intervals, stirring between each, or let it sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes for small amounts. For larger quantities, transfer to the refrigerator the day before.