They dont show dirt, but ice cube trays should be cleaned occasionally.
Heres how to clean them and how often.
Its easy to let ice cube trays sit in your freezer for monthsor even years.
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However, if youre using them for more than just water (maple syrup ice cubes, anyone?
), you should scrub them down after every use to keep theice cubes extra clean.
Its a good idea to wash your plastic or rubber ice cube trays regularly, Mock says.
Over time, residue can accumulate, affecting the taste of your ice cubes.
According to Mock, other sanitary concerns can arise when your trays are left unwashed for too long.
Freezers dont kill all bacteria, after all.
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Wash ice cube trays as you would any other dish.
Warm water, dish soap, a sponge, and a good air dry does the trick.
