How to Freeze Eggs

Eggs have an incredibly long shelf life. Just think about it, what other fresh, natural animal product will last for 30 plus days?! Most vegetables won’t even last that long. You have got to respect Mother Nature for that!

Of course, you can’t just put a carton of eggs in the freezer.  The liquid inside the egg would expand, crack the shell and cause a mini-eggsplosion. 🤣Oh, I crack me up.

Egg Recipes you’ll LOVE: Shakshuka Eggs, Spinach Frittata, Egg Salad with Fresh Herbs.

If, even with this impressive shelf life, you can’t use all your eggs, you can always freeze them. You may lose a little leavening effect with frozen eggs (your souffle or cake may not rise quite as high) but otherwise frozen eggs can be used in most recipes.

How to Freeze Whole (raw) Eggs

Here’s how to freeze whole eggs, egg whites and egg yolks. Do not freeze hard cooked eggs – they turn tough and watery.

Whole Eggs

Crack and gently beat whole eggs just until blended.  You want to mix the yolks and egg white without incorporating air into the eggs.  Pour into a freezer container with a tight fitting lid.  Label and store for up to 1 year.

Three tablespoons (45 ml) of frozen egg mix is equal to 1 large egg.

Egg Whites

Separate egg whites from yolks and pour into freezer container. Label and store for up to 1 year.

Two tablespoons (30 ml) of frozen egg white is equal to 1 large egg white.

Egg Yolks

The texture of egg yolks changes in the freezer; they become thick or gelatinous.  To prevent this change add a little salt (for savory uses) or sugar (for sweet uses).  Add 1/8 teaspoon salt or 1/2 teaspoon sugar for each batch of 4 yolks.  Label and store for up to one year. One tablespoon (15 ml) of frozen yolk is equal to one large egg yolk.

Tips for Freezing Eggs

• Use ice cube trays and add one blended egg, egg white or yolk per cube so you’ll always know how many eggs you’re getting.
• Freeze in small batches, so they’re quicker to thaw and you can easily take out only the amount you need.
• On your label include size of egg, how many, date and any additions (salt or sugar for yolks).

Can I Freeze Cooked Eggs

No, it is not recommended to freeze cooked eggs. The texture will get tough and rubbery.

More info on Eggs

• How to Choose the Right Eggs: Standard, Free Run, Free Range, Organic, Omega3, Pastured 
• How to Make Perfect, Easy to Peel Hard Cooked Eggs
• Hard Cooked Eggs in the Oven: Not All their Cracked Up to Be
• 8 Tips for the Best Deviled Eggs

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