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Question Can you put hot water in the fridge?

Can you put hot water in the fridge?

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Yes. Yes, but large amounts of hot water should be cooled in smaller containers first.

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Yes, but large amounts of hot water should be cooled in smaller containers first.

This answer is focused on the practical result, the safest way to handle it, and what changes to expect afterward.

You can put hot water in the fridge, but large hot containers can warm nearby food and make the refrigerator work harder.

For large amounts, divide the hot water into smaller heat safe containers so it cools faster and more evenly.

Avoid sudden temperature changes with thin glass because it can crack. Use containers that can handle both heat and cold.

Yes, but large amounts of hot water should be cooled in smaller containers first. The best result comes from handling it the right way instead of guessing.

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