There are a few foods that unequivocally signal summer to me: ripe peaches, garden-fresh tomatoes, and, of course, sweet corn. If you’ve ever wanted to enjoy a bite of summer in the dead of winter, we’ve got good news: It’s unbelievably easy to freeze corn. Here are easy freezing methods for corn kernels (blanched and unblanched) and whole cobs of corn.
How to Choose the Best Corn for Freezing
If the goal is to capture summer’s bounty, then you want to make sure you’re picking great peak-summer corn, no matter which method of freezing you choose. Look for ears that feel heavy in your hand, with clean, white silks and no visible blemishes on the husk. You can also peel back the husks a bit to check for stowaway bugs or moldy kernels.
