How to Freeze Sandwiches

Freezing sandwiches is the easiest way to meal prep your favorite lunch without pulling out the bread and ingredients every morning!

Below you’ll find all the details on how to freeze sandwiches, what ingredients to avoid using, and how to freeze a batch so they’re ready for the lunchbox.

Can You Freeze Sandwiches?

Sandwiches can be made ahead and frozen for delicious lunches to enjoy later that week or month! They hold up great in the freezer and defrost by lunchtime, no reheating required- it’s a perfect meal prep option for anyone whose family loves sandwiches. 

You can freeze them plain or grilled, like paninis and grilled cheese. Even pita wraps have their place in the freezer. 

Freezing Sandwiches

Any of the methods used below will keep the sandwiches fresh and prevent freezer burn. Once frozen, the sandwiches will stay good for up to 3 months!

If you don’t have small sandwich bags, or you want to use fewer bags, here are some great options for bulk freezing sandwiches without them getting stuck together.

Freeze between wax paper
Separate each sandwich with a square of waxed paper, and stack them in double-bagged bread bags or layer them 2 to 3 deep in a freezer bag. Suck out the excess air with a straw. 

Freeze on a baking sheet
Lay the sandwiches on a cookie sheet and freeze for 1 to 2 hours, then stack them or lay them in the bread bags or freezer bags.

Need more lunch inspiration ideas and tips like this? Check out my lunch ebook.

Do Frozen Sanwiches Get Soggy?

Frozen sandwiches will not get soggy if you layer the sandwich fillings correctly and avoid using ingredients like tomato, pickles, and sauces. Spreading condiments on meat or cheese prevents the bread from soaking up excess moisture.

Thawing Sandwiches

Just place the frozen sandwich in a lunch container and it will be thawed and ready to eat in a couple of hours.

Reheating is unnecessary but if you want a hot sandwich you can grill it while it’s frozen. To do this, spread a thin layer of butter on both sides of the sandwich and grill them in a non-stick pan or panini press until the outsides are crispy and the cheese is melted.

You could also bake the sandwich at 400F for 5 to 8 minutes or until the bread is toasty and the ingredients heated through.

Can You Freeze Lunch Meat

Deli meat can be frozen in sandwiches or the plastic container for future lunches. Freezing does slightly alter the texture, but you can’t tell once it’s in a sandwich or wrap.

Best Sandwiches to Freeze

I’ve got some incredible sandwich ideas you can freeze, right below. They go outside of the usual ham and cheese and make a delicious lunch for both kids and adults!

• Pepperoni Sandwich– minus the tomato
• Frozen Uncrustables
• Chicken & Hummus Melt– spread the hummus between the chicken and cheese
• Philly Grilled Cheese
• Homemade Breakfast Sandwiches