With Souper Cubes, we set out to create a high-quality product that would perform well in the kitchen and last as long as possible. Here are a few reasons for the higher price tag:

• Construction: Souper Cubes trays are made using 100% FDA food-grade silicone that is thicker than the silicone you will find in other trays. Souper Cubes trays also use a high-quality thick stainless steel wire inside the rim of the tray to make it extra sturdy so that the tray does not collapse when you take it to the freezer. Material costs are also at an all-time high.
• Labor: Souper Cubes trays are produced in a factory that has certifications for good labor practices. Workers are paid over 4 times the minimum wage for factory workers in China. Every step of making a Souper Cubes tray with the exception of the molding is done by hand. We have been to the factory in person and can attest to the safe working conditions in the factory.
• Shipping and handling: Shipping and handling costs add to the overall cost of each item. Souper Cubes trays are large and heavy because of their high-quality construction, steel rim, and the amount of liquid/food they can hold, which increases the costs of shipping.
• Size: Compared to an ice tray of similar construction, the Souper Cubes 1-cup and 2-cup trays have more than double the food capacity, making them a far better deal.

Our customers view their Souper Cubes purchase as an investment that will benefit them for many years to come. With Souper Cubes, you can greatly reduce your food waste and costs as you make and enjoy many more delicious meals at home.

Yes, both the trays and lids are dishwasher safe. We recommend using the dishwasher (on a normal cycle) to clean your Souper Cubes trays and lids after each use. This is the best way to make sure your Souper Cubes are as clean as possible.

It depends on the content and the temperature of the food that you’re freezing. However, most foods can take up to 24 hours to freeze. Foods with high water content tend to take longer to freeze than foods like mashed potatoes or rice.

We have never had any residual smells or odors even though we’ve been using the same tray for over for several years to freeze foods with garlic, onions, tomatoes, ginger, cumin, and other spices/ingredients. We always recommend using a dishwasher to clean your Souper Cubes. If you do not have access to one, then clean with soap and hot water. Still have a slight smell in the trays? You can try a baking soda plus vinegar wash or baking your trays in a 300F oven for 30 minutes.

Yes, materials are all food-safe and tested for use with food for human consumption. Make sure to sterilize your Souper Cubes before your first use. You can boil your Souper Cubes trays or use your dishwasher’s sterilization feature. Between each use, clean your Souper Cubes with soap and hot water.

The measurement markings are super useful for knowing just how much you’re freezing, making for perfectly portioned meals later.

Let the frozen tray sit on your counter for 3-5 minutes, then simply push on the bottom.