How to Freeze Corn on the Cob

Corn can be frozen on or off the cob.

It’s best to freeze corn when it’s as fresh as possible so it retains its sweetness. If you cannot freeze the corn as soon as you pick it or bring it home, keep the shucks on the corn to help retain freshness. When you’re ready to blanch and freeze the cobs, work in small batches, shucking the corn, removing the silks and washing the ears to prepare them.

Things You'll Need

• Large kettle
• Plastic wrap
• Gallon size freezer bags

Instructions

1. Fill a large kettle half full of water. Bring to a boil.

2. Put the ears of corn into the boiling water so that they are covered. Boil for 10 minutes.

3. Drain the kettle of corn, then place the ears in cold water. Cool thoroughly.

4. Wrap each ear individually in plastic wrap.

5. Put the cobs into freezer bags in meal-sized proportions. If the cobs are too big for your bags, cut the cobs in half. Mark the date on the freezer bags.

6. Freeze until ready to use.

Tips & Warnings

• When you wish to reheat, wrap each cob in a single layer of paper towels. Put them in the microwave and heat on high for eight minutes. Flip the cobs over and heat for another five minutes. If the corn isn't done yet, heat for minute intervals until it is ready for serving.

• If your ears of corn have larger than 3-inch diameter, add 2 minutes to the cooking times.

References

• Fort Valley State University: Freezing Corn