Hey friends! ❄️🥶

So I've been dealing with this freezer mystery for a while—why does the freezer get more icy the colder it gets?!

Like, I thought colder meant better preservation, but instead, I ended up chiseling out frozen peas from a mini iceberg. 🧊😅 So I finally did some digging (and some defrosting) and here's the scoop from my own kitchen chaos.

It's All About Moisture

The main reason freezers get icy isn't just about temperature—it's about moisture in the air. When warm, humid air sneaks into your freezer (like when we leave the door open too long or keep opening it often), it brings water vapor with it. Once that vapor hits the super cold surfaces inside the freezer, it instantly turns to ice. Boom—frost!

Colder Temps = Faster Freezing

Here's the twist: when you set your freezer to an even colder temperature, it freezes that moisture even faster, so it builds up more quickly. That's why your freezer might look like it's hosting a snowstorm even if it's running “perfectly.” The colder it gets, the more it grabs moisture out of the air and turns it into ice.

Why Frost Is a Problem

Too much ice isn't just annoying—it can actually cause issues:

• It takes up space, especially in small freezers.

• It blocks airflow, making the freezer work harder.

• It can even affect the texture of your food (hello, freezer burn 😬).

So yep, a little frost is normal. A whole wall of it? Time to take action.

How to Avoid a Frost Party

Here are a few easy things I've learned that really help:

✅ Keep the door closed as much as possible. Don't stand there deciding what to eat (guilty 😅).

✅ Cool food before freezing it—hot stuff = more steam = more frost.

✅ Don't overload the freezer—cold air needs to circulate!

✅ Check the door seal—a loose seal lets warm air sneak in constantly.

✅ Defrost regularly if your freezer doesn't have an auto-defrost feature. Trust me, it's worth it.

Wait... So Should I Turn the Temp Up?

Not necessarily. You still want your freezer to be cold enough (around -18°C or 0°F is ideal). But setting it too cold doesn't always mean better results. In fact, if you're dealing with loads of frost, maybe try raising the temp just one notch and see if it helps reduce ice buildup.

Let's Talk Freezer Fails! 😅

Have you ever opened your freezer and felt like you were in the Arctic? 😂 Or maybe you found a mystery block of frozen food you forgot about? Drop your funniest freezer stories or tips in the comments—let's survive the frost together! ❄️🧊👩‍🍳

Thanks for chilling with me today—literally! 💙