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13/05/2020 How Tos

How to freeze peaches [In No Time!]

Want to know how to freeze peaches? Keep reading! This is the easiest and best way for perfect frozen peaches in no time!

When it’s peaches season, it’s hard to resist the temptation to take many at home, and sometimes we get more peaches than we can use at that moment. But you don’t have to worry because we will explain everything you need to do to freeze the peaches. So, you can continue enjoying them even when the season is over.

 How to preserve peaches

Especially since it’s a delicious and healthy fruit that pleases adults and kids alike, we’d love to be able to enjoy them well beyond the season.

Peaches are rich in vitamins A and C. and also contain iron, potassium, and phosphorus. They are a good source of fiber and have few calories.

It is also a very versatile fruit that you can prepare in multiple ways, and it’s always divine.

The good news is that just as you can eat it in many ways, there are also several ways you can keep it.

So you can package peaches, make sauce or jam, dehydrate, or freeze.

Can you freeze peaches?

Yes, you can freeze peaches, and if you do it properly, you can enjoy them all year long.

Which peaches you can freeze

Ideally, you should select peaches that are mature enough but not excessively soft.

How to freeze peaches [Step by Step]

Here you have the simple and easy way to freeze peaches:

Step 1: Washing

Wash the peaches. Make sure you clean it perfectly.

Step 2: Cutting

Cut the peaches into slices—there’s no need to peel them. Instead, run a small knife across the fruit, pull the halves, and you can remove the pit easily. Then slice the peach.

Step 3: Soaking

Take 4 cups of water and add 2-3 tablespoons of lemon juice. Put all the slices in it for soaking for 4 minutes.

When the soaking is over, you must remove the peaches from the water using a colander.

Step 4: Freezing

Accommodate the peaches in a tray with parchment paper, leaving a separation between them, and put the tray in the freezer. In that way, the slices freeze loose and do not end up with a mass of frozen peaches. So you can easily separate the amount you need in each recipe.

Step 5: Putting in bags

After a few hours in the fridge, remove the tray and put the frozen slices into a freezer bag. Try to take out as much air as you can.

FAQs About Freezing peaches:

Is it necessary to peel the peaches before freezing?

No. You can freeze the peaches unpeeled, and when you thaw them, the skin will fall on its own. So it’s a matter of personal choice whether you want to freeze them with or without skin.

Will peaches turn brown after freezing?

No. If you soaked the peaches in lemon juice, it would prevent the fruit from taking on a dark color.

Do peaches freeze well?

Peaches freeze beautifully, and you can use the frozen peaches in many delicious recipes.

Implements and equipment you need to freeze

To freeze peaches, you will need:

  • Knife.
  • Recipient to soak the peaches.
  • Colander.
  • Tray with parchment paper.
  • Plastic bags.

How to thaw peaches

You can thaw peaches by leaving them overnight in the refrigerator before using them.

If you’re going to use frozen peaches on a pie or some other recipe that needs to be baked, it’s best to thaw the peaches and remove all the liquid beforehand.

But in many recipes, you can use the peaches frozen and don’t need to thaw them, for example, in smoothies or sorbets.

What can you make with frozen peaches?

There are many recipes where you can use frozen peaches.

  • Pie: A delicious peach pie transports you right away to summertime. And for a total experience, you can pair it with ice cream!
  • Cobbler: A classic dessert quite easy to make and with few ingredients, but always delicious with the peach touch.
  • Smoothie: A drink healthy, refreshing, and effortless to prepare. And you add more fruit to your day.
  • Sorbet: You can prepare it with natural ingredients such as peaches, lemon, and honey.
  • Yogurt: Another healthy option to incorporate frozen peaches to.
  • Overnight Oats: Add to your oats a few chopped peaches for a healthy breakfast when you are in a hurry.

Want to learn more about freezing your favorites?

  • Check this post about how to freeze cupcakes the right way!
  • Read how to freeze asparagus easily and in no time
  • Save this post about how to freeze peaches and keep it on hand

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