Egg in an ice cube tray

Using an ice cube tray to cook or store eggs is actually a clever and versatile kitchen trick. Here are several ways you can use eggs in ice cube trays:

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1. Freezing Raw Eggs

• Purpose: Great for meal prep or saving eggs that are about to expire.
• Method:
  1. Crack eggs into a bowl and whisk gently (yolks and whites together).
  2. Pour into ice cube tray compartments (about 1 egg per cube, or half an egg per cube if you prefer).
  3. Optional: add a pinch of salt or pepper to each cube.
  4. Freeze until solid.
  5. Transfer cubes to a freezer bag and store for up to 3 months.
• Use: Thaw in the fridge overnight and use for scrambled eggs, omelets, or baking.

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2. Freezing Egg Yolks Separately

• Purpose: Egg yolks can become gelatinous when frozen. Freezing with a bit of milk or cream prevents this.
• Method:
  1. Beat yolks lightly.
  2. Add 1 tsp of milk or cream per yolk.
  3. Pour into ice cube tray compartments and freeze.
• Use: Ideal for custards, sauces, or baking.

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3. Pre-Made Omelet or Scramble Portions

• Purpose: Quick, single-serve meals.
• Method:
  1. Whisk eggs with chopped vegetables, cheese, and/or cooked meat.
  2. Pour into ice cube tray compartments.
  3. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12–15 minutes until set.
  4. Cool and store in the fridge or freezer.
• Use: Heat in the microwave for a fast breakfast.

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4. Hard-Boiled Egg Cubes

• Purpose: Easy bite-size egg pieces for salads or snacks.
• Method:
  1. Boil eggs and peel them.
  2. Chop or mash slightly and place into ice cube tray compartments.
  3. Freeze if you want to preserve longer.

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💡 Tips:

• Silicone trays work best for easy removal.
• Label trays with the date to avoid freezer mystery cubes.
• Add herbs or spices before freezing for extra flavor.

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If you want, I can give a step-by-step guide for making ready-to-use scrambled egg cubes that you can just pop in the microwave in under a minute. It’s a real breakfast-time saver.

Do you want me to do that?