For about a dollar or two, you can buy yourself a plastic or silicone ice tray. That’s a really cheap price considering all the ways you can make use of this simple but versatile kitchenware. From food hacks to storage use, this tiny tray can help you in more ways than you can imagine.
Some people have automatic ice makers that the need for the good old ice cube tray may be seen as unnecessary. But before you throw out yours, make sure to read these 40 ways to use them. You might just want to hold on to your tray for much longer after reading these!
Ice cubes with herbs are great for tea lovers. You simply add some edible flowers in water and let it freeze. Your summer tea party will look even more refreshing and beautiful with these fabulous cubes.
Did you know that you can bake using silicone ice cube trays? Baking gluten-free tater tots are now made possible because of this. Just mix the ingredients as instructed and then place them inside the slots. Pop them in the oven, wait until it cooks and enjoy!
3. Dishwasher detergent tablets
Dishwashers are great, but buying the tablets to place in them can be expensive over time. The solution is to make your own and save some money! All you need is an ice cube tray, get the recipe
here and store them for future use.
4. Freezing eggs for future use
Buying more eggs than necessary can lead to losses because these eggs can easily go bad if not cooked in time. There is a way to store them and keep them around for much longer, though. Using an ice cube tray, crack those eggs and store one in each slot. You may store the yolks and whites separately. Freeze them and keep them in the freezer until such time that you need to use the for cooking or baking.
5. Garbage disposal cleaning cubes
With the use of ice cube trays, keeping your garbage disposal clean is now easier than ever. Just place a slice of lemon in each slot, add vinegar and leave it to freeze over. Take them out, place them in a Ziploc bag, and put the bag in the freezer. This will help in keeping your garbage disposal clean-smelling.
Are you a fan of cheesecakes? If you are then this is a great ice cube tray hack for you. Making bite-sized versions of your favorite dessert is now easier, thanks to the very reliable ice cube trays!
You can make baby food in advance and cook them instantly the next time your little one looks for something to eat. Just place them in the ice cube tray, let them freeze, and store them inside a Ziploc bag in the freezer.
Parties may be scarce these days, but when they happen there will always be a need for sweet delicious candies. The best way to serve party bark is by making sure they are the perfect size for a bite. Using the ice cube tray will help you achieve just that.
Any coffee addicts here? We’ve found a new way to enjoy your iced coffee. Turn your coffee into ice cubes and pour fresh milk. What a refreshing way to enjoy coffee!
10. Making your own seed bombs
Do you want to liven up your otherwise sad backyard? Just throw some seed bombs and let them bloom into beautiful colors! Shape them using ice cube trays and to keep all of the ingredients inside until they mold properly.
11. Making the perfect sushi
In love with sushi but can’t make them on your own? Worry no more because with an ice cube tray, making perfect sushi for yu to enjoy at home is now possible. The shape of the ice cube tray slots are perfect to mold the fish, and then just place other ingredients on top. Add the wasabi and you can finally enjoy your sushi.
Halloween is a fun time for kids. Make these gross-looking gummy worm cubes for your kiddos to enjoy!
Lover of wines? Enjoy them in a whole new way by making wine cubes. You can use these cubes and mix them with other drinks to spice them up. You can even use them for cooking.
Peanut butter is amazing, and enjoying it in bite-sized goodness is a fabulous way to relish this dessert. Just spray a bit of cooking spray in the slots before you put the chocolate and peanut butter. Enjoy!
Leftover buttermilk can be stored using ice cube trays. Just pour them on the slots, then store them inside a Ziploc bag in the freezer. This way, you won’t have to worry about the milk going sour.
If you love chocolate, then you probably will be a fan of ice cold chocolate drink. Instead of adding ice cubes made of water, you can make chocolate ice cubes and pour milk on them. This will ensure that the chocolatey taste is full.
Leftover chicken stock can take a lot of space in your fridge. Save space and always make your chicken stock handy by freezing it in ice cube trays.
Buying frozen cookie dough that is ready for baking does not come cheap. Make you own cookie dough, freeze them on ice cube trays to have them ready anytime you feel like eating cookies.
19. Frozen fruit salad bites
This is simply phenomenal! Fruit salad is definitely a party favorite, and when it is made into bite-sized servings, your guests will surely love to visit your hme even more.
This is a perfect gift idea for Christmas. Make chocolate cups using ice cube trays, add sticks and marshmallows and let it freeze. Wrap it with plastic and add a fancy ribbon and a Christmans greeting card. These chocolate sticks can be melted into hot water for a lovely chocolate drink in the middle of winter.
If your kids love popsicles, then this ice cube tray hack is what you need. You can add small slices of fruits, add juice and freeze. Yummy mini popsicles for everyone!
22. Rice krispies poppers
Rice krispies are also a big hit on children, and even to grown-ups. Make yummy rice krispies poppers using ice cube trays so the family can enjoy this lovely dessert in bite-sized perfection!
Having too much green tomato on stock? Make pesto and freeze them in ice cube trays. With this idea, you will surely have the yummy pesto sauce on the ready for salads, soups or dips.
24. Storing leftover tomato sauce
Speaking of tomato, having leftover tomato sauce can be a hassle to store as well. This should be the least of your worries because with ice cube trays, storing this kitchen staple is super easy.
Who doesn’t love chocolate candy bars? Make your own version of this delicious treat by freezing chocolate with nuts on ice cube trays.
26. Chocolate-covered strawberries
Ooh, strawberries with chocolate are one of the most fabulous desserts ever discovered. Have them ready for munching anytime by making your own ready-to-eat versions using ice cube trays.
27. Blueberry martini jello shots
Have you heard about jell-o shots? They are absolutely delightful! Why don’t you try this incredible blueberry martini jell-o shot? You might just love it!
Here’s an ice cube tray hack that is not about food. As it turns out, your ice cube tray can also be a storage space for your little whatnots or tiny jewelries such sa earring and rings.
Are you a plant lover? Try out this hack and create your own seed starter tray. Just drill holes at the bottom of each slot for drainage, place some soil and plant your choice of seeds.
30. Frozen herbs in olive oil
Instead of simply storing your herbs in the fridge, make them stay longer and preserve their flavor by freezing the in ice cube trays filled with olive oil. This will prevent them from being burned by the cold and still preserving their fabulous scents and taste.
Having kids in the house means being ready for a lot of art and coloring. They love crayons a lot but are certainly not good with keeping the coloring materials intact and useful for longer. Revive your kids’ crayons by baking them on silicon trays.
It may not be Christmas all year round, but you can make it if you want to. Creating Christmas themed iced cubes for your wines and beverages is definitely an amazing reminder of the holidays.
Pamper yourself with scrubs that will keep your skin smooth and healthy. But, if you are looking into cheap scrubs, you might want to rethink about shopping and consider doing them yourself. Sugar scrubs can be made at home using ice cube trays. Try them and save money while still keeping your skin smooth and beautiful.
Ice cube trays are perfect in storing little things. Your children’s craft items can be easily stored using the ever reliable ice cube tray.
Milk and tea are a perfect combination. But sometimes, drinking it with iced cubes waters down the flavor. You’ll never have to worry about this again by making iced tea cubes and adding them in your fresh milk.
A simple syrup can be the perfect match for your cold drinks such as iced tea or fruit juices. Make your ahead by freezing them into iced cubes. Using them instead of plain iced cubes can make your drink sweetened just right.
37. Saving lemon and lime
Do you have leftover lemons? Preserve their flavor by making a lemonade and freezing it on ice cube trays. This way, you can enjoy lemonade anytime and you did not have to throw out any lemon at all!
Garlic butter is perfect for anything so making it ahead won’t be a waste. Using ice cube trays, add butter and some garlic before putting it in the refrigerator to freeze. This will allow you to have flavored butter ready for use anytime!
Kids can be very creative and they love to experiment using different colors. Save yourself from costly art supplies by making use of house items. Take the ice cube tray, for example. It can be used as a paint palette, too!
And finally, what’s more amazing than spending quality time on the porch while munching on frozen fruit cubes as the temperature rises on summer? This is absolutely amazing, and we can enjoy it thanks to ice cube trays!
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For about a dollar or two, you can buy yourself a plastic or silicone ice tray. That’s a really cheap price considering all the ways you can make use of this simple but versatile kitchenware. From food hacks to storage use, this tiny tray can help you in more ways than you can imagine.
Some people have automatic ice makers that the need for the good old ice cube tray may be seen as unnecessary. But before you throw out yours, make sure to read these 40 ways to use them. You might just want to hold on to your tray for much longer after reading these!
