How to Freeze Cherries
Discover the best way to preserve fresh cherries with this guide on freezing cherries for smoothies and desserts. Learn how to pit and freeze fresh cherries.
Servings: 6
Equipment
- parchment paper
- baking sheet
- cherry pitter
Ingredients
- 4-6 pints ripe cherries
Instructions
- Choose ripe cherries for the best flavor. Line a baking sheet that will fit in your freezer with parchment paper.4-6 pints ripe cherries
- Use a cherry pitter or a small paring knife to remove the pits from the cherries. (Freezing the pits can make the cherries bitter.)
- Rinse the cherries under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Removing any excess moisture helps prevent ice crystals from forming on the cherries.
- Arrange the pitted cherries in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Place the baking sheet of cherries in the freezer and let them freeze for about 2-3 hours, or until they are completely frozen solid.
- Once the cherries are frozen, transfer them into airtight freezer-safe containers or freezer bags. Remove as much air as possible from the bags before sealing to prevent freezer burn.
- When you're ready to make a smoothie or cherry pie, remove the cherries from the freezer and use them from frozen.
- For the best flavor and texture, I recommend that you use the cherries within 6 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 35kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 0.4mg | Potassium: 141mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.1mg
