How To Freeze Strawberries
Freezing strawberries is a simple and effective way to preserve their freshness and flavor all year long. I usually freeze about 1 quart at a time.
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 25kcal
Ingredients
- 1 quart Strawberries Fresh, or more
Instructions
- Rinse and Dry: Gently rinse fresh berries under cold water. Lay them on paper towels to drain, then blot any excess water or air dry thoroughly.
- Remove the Stems: Use a small paring knife (or strawberry huller if you have one) to cut off the green tops.
- Prepare Your Pan: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice the berries if you prefer, or leave them whole.
- Freeze in a Single Layer: Spread berries in a single layer, making sure they don't touch. This prevents a big clump and makes it easier to portion later. Freeze whole berries or sliced ripe strawberries.
- Flash-Freeze Strawberries: Place the baking sheet in the freezer for at least 1–2 hours or until the berries are solid.
- Transfer and Store: Place frozen strawberries in labeled, freezer-safe bags, plastic freezer containers, or airtight containers. Remove as much air as possible to prevent freezer burn.
Notes
These will last in the freezer for at least 6 months (for the best flavor) or up to a year if they are not eaten before then. I have used them after being frozen for a year and they were still fine. They did develop a few ice crystals, but they worked fine in my favorite recipes, especially this strawberry cobbler.
- Line Pan: Use a piece of parchment paper to keep berries from sticking to the sheet pan.
- Label and Date: Label and date your plastic freezer bags to keep track of freshness.
- Measure: Pre-measure berries before freezing (like 1 or 2 cups of strawberries per bag) for easy use in recipes.
- Freeze: Avoid refreezing after thawing to preserve texture and flavor.
- How Long to Freeze: For best results, use frozen berries within 6–12 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 25kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 121mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 9IU | Vitamin C: 46mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 0.3mg
