What makes a good ice tray?

Material. Just like with any kitchen appliance or tool, the material plays an important role in determining its quality of performance. With ice trays, it’s common to see stainless steel and plastic models on the market. Some prefer stainless steel to plastic because they do not absorb freezer odors.

What is the safest material for ice cube trays?

If it’s BPA you’re worried about, silicone ice cube trays are a safer choice than plastic ones.

Are silicone ice cube trays better?

Silicone trays are more flexible than both metal and plastic, and they’re durable, but they tend to absorb unsavory freezer odors if not taken care of properly.

How many ice cubes are in a standard tray?

During our research, we found that almost every traditional ice cube tray makes 12, 14, or 16 cubes; the trays with more cubes tend to have a slightly longer footprint in the freezer than those with fewer cubes. All of the trays make ice cubes that are about 20 grams each.

Are aluminum ice trays safe?

We suggest not using other similar looking aluminum ice cube trays available on E-bay or at a garage sale as tiny particles of toxic aluminum could end up in your ice.

Should ice trays be covered?

Keep your food in air-tight containers in the freezer to prevent freezer burn, which degrades the quality of your food. Most ice-cube trays do not come with a cover and unless you can cover the food safely the quality of the food will diminish over time.

What type of ice cubes last the longest?

Block ice does in fact last longer than cube ice. The larger size means the block ice has less surface area exposed to the outside air, slowing ice melt.

What is the measurements for a ice cube?

One ice cube is generally the equivalent of 1 ounce or 2 tablespoons. Here are some conversions to help you determine how many cubes you’ll need to use in a recipe: 2 cubes = 1/4 cup. 4 cubes = 1/2 cup.