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5 from 20 reviews

How To Freeze Fresh Corn Without Blanching

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By: Pamela Reed
Posted:8/13/21
Updated:4/15/25
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Simple step by step directions on how to freeze fresh corn without blanching. This frozen corn will last for months, letting you use it in soups, casseroles and more year round.

fresh corn cob in a bowl of kernels.

Can you freeze corn without blanching?

Yes, you absolutely can, and this method is ridiculously easy. This year we had a great corn growing season in the garden. It was like having our own mini corn field in Brooklyn! So with our big harvest, I’ve been freezing plenty to last us through Winter!

We eat a lot of buttery corn on the cob, Fried Corn and Sweet Corn Soup during the month of August, but I also freeze plenty of it to enjoy our garden harvest for months to come. I use the simplest method there is – I remove the kernels off the cob and freeze them. It’s seriously that easy!

Tip: While you’re at it, get that freezer ready for Winter and freeze green beans and freeze zucchini too!

Here’s some corn math for you that might be helpful on deciding how much you want to freeze. 1 cob of corn equals about 1 cup of corn. 1 (15 oz) can of corn equals about 2 cups of corn. 1 (10) oz bag of frozen corn equals about 1 1/2 cups of corn.

a bowl of corn kernels surrounded by corn cobs and tassels.

How to freeze corn off the cob

Ok this step is important, because first let’s appreciate how amazing you and your gardening skills are because god damn, this corn is beautiful!

fresh cobs of corn.

Shuck the corn. Clean off the corn the best you can, removing the leaves and tassels. No need to wash them.

Place the corn in a bowl. This is the best way to keep your area clean and prevent corn from flying everywhere.

hand holding up cob of corn in bowl.

Very carefully, run a knife down each side, cutting the kernels off the cob.

knife cutting kernels off cob.

Repeat until all the cobs are clean and you have a big bowl of corn kernels. Use your hand and break up any bigger pieces of corn in the bowl.

corn cob that has had it's kernels removed sitting in white bowl.

Place in freezer bags. I like to freeze 2 cups of corn in each bag as that equals about 1 can of corn.

1 cup measuring cup filled with fresh corn.

To prevent freezer burn, I like to use the straw method to suck out all the air if you don’t have a vacuum sealer. Seal the bag almost all the way, place a straw in it, suck out the air, remove the straw and quickly seal the bag completely.

fresh corn packaged in freezer bags with straw sucking air out of them.

Label the bags and freeze.

fresh corn in freezer bags with summer 2021 written on them.

How long does frozen corn last for?

If frozen in sealed freezer bags, frozen corn will last for up to 1 year. We enjoy this corn up to the next corn season and it’s always delicious, even 12 months later! 🙂

To show you how beautiful our frozen corn is, this is how it looks after 10 months frozen!

bowl of frozen corn.

How to Defrost Frozen Corn

Ready to eat the corn? Depending on what type of recipe you make, most likely you’ll be able to put the frozen corn directly into the casserole/soup/slow cooker.

What can you do with corn cobs?

After your cobs are clean, you can do a couple of things with the cobs. I like to add them into my homemade vegetable broth. After that I compost them.

If you have hens, toss these cobs to them and tell them Pamela says hi! My teething toddler also loves to nibble on them. 🙂

6 corn cobs with kernels removed on cutting board.

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Simple step by step directions on how to freeze fresh corn without blanching. This frozen corn will last for months, letting you use it in soups, casseroles and more year round.
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How To Freeze Fresh Corn Without Blanching

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Simple step by step directions on how to freeze fresh corn without blanching. This frozen corn will last for months, letting you use it in soups, casseroles and more year round.
By: Pamela Reed
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes
Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Ingredients

  • Fresh Corn Cobs

Instructions

  • If you grew this corn, take a step back and give yourself a high 5 because god damn, that corn is beautiful! Great job!
  • Shuck the corn by removing leaves and tassels. You don’t need to wash them.
  • Place the corn in a large bowl for easy cleanup. Use a knife and very carefully, run the knife down the sides, cutting the kernels off the cob.
  • Repeat until all the cobs are clean and you have a bowl of corn. If there’s any big pieces of corn in the bowl, break them up with your hand.
  • Place corn in freezer bags, label and freeze.
  • When you’re ready to use the frozen corn, place directly in hot soup, slow cooker, casserole etc. and cook.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword: how to freeze corn without blanching
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  1. kathy Kornbau says

    July 2, 2025 at 3:55 pm

    I froze corn using this method. My friends do the blanching, too hot and messy for me. The corn was so good and crisp.

    Reply
    • Pamela Reed says

      July 3, 2025 at 4:35 pm

      Awesome, so happy to hear this method worked for you! 🙂

      Reply
  2. PATRICIA JACKSON says

    June 22, 2025 at 5:15 pm

    Like another reader. Was very outraged with your foul language. You should apologize!!!!! God don’t like ugly!!

    Reply
  3. Morse Wilson says

    October 6, 2024 at 5:13 pm

    Cannot wait to do this.

    Reply
  4. Tricia Doyle says

    September 2, 2024 at 12:07 pm

    I came here to find some tips and tricks for freezing beautiful sweet corn. Here in Ontario Canada it’s a short growing season. I can’t believe all these harsh comments. I believe she was only stressing how good it is! I’ll be back for more recipes 😁. Calm down folks, it’ll be ok

    Reply
  5. DeeAnn Engen says

    August 30, 2024 at 9:42 am

    Instead of taking God’s name in vain, perhaps you should thank him for your wonderful bounty.

    Reply
  6. Kimmie says

    August 25, 2024 at 1:33 pm

    Thank you so much for this easy recipe.
    I love your excitment for all of the beautiful vegetables you have grown in your garden. I too stand back and admire my gorgeous harvest. To me it is breathtaking to see. I appreciate nature so much… 🌹🌷🪻💜

    Reply
    • Pamela Reed says

      August 29, 2024 at 11:18 am

      Thanks Kimmie!! Enjoy those beautiful veggies of yours! <3

      Reply
  7. Tammy says

    August 19, 2024 at 3:44 pm

    Thanks for all of the info! Youve answered so many questions ive had regarding vegetsbles. And to those offended….her story, her words. Its her Freedom of Speech to do so. Plus, look up “god”. You all automatically assume the worse of a petson and are so damn judgemental. Isn’t there a Bible saying about casting stones and judging others- oh yeah, only God should do such things. Get a life!

    Reply
  8. Marilyn Linkugel says

    July 29, 2024 at 8:13 am

    I just wanted to say , I was excited about viewing this website until I read “god damn” in your remarks about growing your own corn. Does that kind of language have to be used? What is happening to this world?

    Reply
  9. Tracy says

    May 26, 2024 at 11:05 am

    Did I REALLY see this in your corn instructions?????

    because god damn, this corn is beautiful!

    I read NO further. You need to apologize to your viewers.

    Reply
  10. cruz florez says

    August 6, 2023 at 11:45 am

    I had that same sentiment to when I read that,

    Reply
  11. Reverend James Linville says

    July 25, 2023 at 1:17 pm

    I can see just how stupid you are, when you began with vulgar mouth. I would take any advice from someone like you, you don’t even have the intelligence to talk with taking God’s name in vein. SMH! You ought to be ashamed of yourself. .

    Reply
    • Pamela Reed says

      July 27, 2023 at 4:30 pm

      I love your passion for corn Reverend. Hope you enjoy this easy freezing method! 🙂

      Reply
    • Lee says

      September 16, 2023 at 5:58 pm

      As you should know there’s a difference between “God” and “god.” Not good to assume she was using the Lord’s name in vain.

      Reply
    • Good Lord says

      August 9, 2024 at 10:28 pm

      I don’t know if I would “take any advice from someone like [her]”, as I don’t personally know her. But I will take corn advice as she seems to know what she’s talking about. Also, I would recommend when you call someone stupid, you should proof-read your comment before submitting. So many typos for a smart person!

      Reply
  12. Corn God says

    September 10, 2022 at 1:13 am

    Thanks for the great tips – looking forward to saving a taste of greenmarket corn for the next few months!

    Reply
  13. Separate Church+State says

    September 10, 2022 at 1:05 am

    These comments, which have nothing to do with corn – LOL! Stay away from NYC, you damn religious busybodies!

    Reply
  14. Patty says

    August 24, 2022 at 11:39 am

    I used this method last year and it worked great, so I’m back again. thank you!

    Reply
    • Fg says

      September 1, 2022 at 8:33 pm

      I plan to try

      Reply
  15. TINA says

    August 24, 2022 at 11:06 am

    I WILL NOT BE RECOMMENDING YOUR SITE OR YOU ! BECAUSE YOU

    USE THE LORDS NAME IN VAIN !

    Reply
    • Fg says

      September 1, 2022 at 8:34 pm

      Get a life

      Reply
    • Theocrat says

      September 10, 2022 at 1:07 am

      Which god do you mean? Since when is your version the only one?

      Reply
  16. Dawn says

    July 23, 2022 at 9:16 pm

    Please do not take gods name in vain!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!>>>>>

    Reply
    • James miller says

      August 17, 2022 at 3:42 pm

      I was about to make this recipe and then I read all of it and changed my mind, if you are going to take the Lord’s name in vain I’ll find another recipe. UNBELIEVABLE! In a recipe?

      Reply
      • Levi Athan says

        September 10, 2022 at 1:15 am

        My god is sweet, buttery corn – who says YOU get to say who “god” is?

        Reply
      • Sandra says

        August 5, 2023 at 2:15 pm

        The instructions were great until I got to the god ………. I do not appreciate this language at all.

        Reply
      • Sandra says

        August 5, 2023 at 2:17 pm

        I agree with you 100 percent! Why was taking God’s name in vain for?!

        Reply

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