How to Freeze Peaches the Best Way
A simple guide to freezing ripe peaches, allowing you to enjoy their juicy flavor all year round.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Fresh Peaches
- Lemon Juice
- Sugar (Optional)
- Freezer Bags or Containers
Instructions
- Choose and wash your peaches.
- Blanching (optional, but recommended): Bring a small pot of water to a rolling boil, then boil the peaches for about 30 seconds and transfer them to an ice bath.
- Peel and slice the peaches, removing the pit.
- Treat with lemon juice by tossing the sliced peaches in a bowl.
- Sweeten it up (optional): Sprinkle sugar over the peaches and toss gently.
- Load up the freezer bags, leaving space at the top, and squeeze out as much air as possible before sealing.
- Label each bag with the date and freeze.
Notes
For portion control, consider freezing peaches in smaller snack-sized bags.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: freezing peaches, peach preservation, summer recipes