How to Make Ice Cubes with an Ice Tray

Despite being old fashioned, ice cube trays are a low-cost alternative to expensive ice cube makers and bagged ice. Making ice with them is easy too, and you can get the best tasting and looking ice once you learn the right way to use them. But the best thing about using a tray to make your own ice is that you can experiment with different liquids other than water to keep all of your drinks cold without watering them down.

Step 1 - 
Choose the right tray. Ice cube trays are available in several different materials, including plastic, silicone, and stainless steel. Choose the material that best fits your needs. You can also find trays that make cubes in a variety of shapes. A cube shape is obviously the classic option, but you may prefer a tray that makes heart, star, fish, or other novelty-shaped cubes for a party or special occasion

Step 2 - 

Wash the tray thoroughly. Even if your ice cube tray is brand new, it’s a good idea to wash it before you fill it. If it is a new tray, rinse it in a hot water and dry thoroughly with a clean towel. If it’s an old tray, you should use hot water and dish detergent to wash it in order to remove any ice or food residue from the freezer.



Step 3 - 

Fill the tray with water. Once the tray is washed and dried, fill it with water. Try to pour the same amount of water into each compartment so the cubes will all freeze in the same amount of time.









Step 4 - 
Place the tray on a flat surface in the freezer. When the ice cube tray is filled, it’s time to put it in the freezer. Many freezers have an area that’s meant to hold ice cube trays, but if yours doesn’t, find a spot where the tray can sit on a flat surface to allow the cubes to freeze evenly.

Step 5 - Allow the ice to freeze for some hours. In order for the water to freeze into solid cubes, you’ll need to leave the tray in the freezer for approximately six hours. For best results, leave the tray in the freezer overnight.  

Step 6 - Remove the cubes from the tray for storage. When the ice cubes have frozen solid in the tray, you should remove them. Storing them in the tray exposes them to the scents and tastes in your freezer, which can lead to poor tasting ice. Pop the cubes out of the tray, and store them in an airtight freezer bag or plastic container.






Then your ice cubes are ready to be used.

Pedro Pussieldi