Can you freeze apples? – A couple of cooks

Wondering if you can freeze apples? This popular fruit holds up well in the freezer – that’s how it’s done!

Do you have a lot of apples and you are not sure if you can use them all in time? Apples last 4-6 weeks refrigerated, so the refrigerator is a great way to store this popular fruit. But don’t you think you can use your apples in time? The freezer is your next best bet! Apples keep frozen for up to 6 months – you can use them in chips or crumbles, or even eat them as a snack straight from the freezer. Here’s how to do it!

Can you freeze apples?

Apples freeze well – the flavor of the fruit is well preserved during the process. Frozen apples don’t work raw, but they’re great for adding to baked dishes like chips and crumbles, or mix-and-match recipes like smoothies. They also taste great as a snack straight from the freezer! You can use frozen apples in cooked or blended dishes without thawing them first.

Apples freeze for 3 to 6 months. But if you’re just trying to keep apples for a few weeks, there’s an easy trick: the fridge.

How long are apples good for?

Stored on the counter at room temperature, whole apples keep for about 1 week. But in the fridge, they last 4-6 weeks! Refrigerating apples is one of the best ways to extend their life.

If you want to keep the apples beyond 6 weeks, you can freeze them for 3-6 months. Keep in mind that you can only use them in cooked or blended dishes after freezing.

How to freeze apples

Apples are easy to freeze, once you know a few tricks for preserving them. You can’t freeze whole apples, so you’ll need to prepare and quickly freeze them before long-term storage.

1. Peel and cut: Prepare the apples the way you would like to use them in future recipes. For smoothies, leave skin on and dice. For crumbs and chips, peel and slice.
2. Mix with lemon juice: To prevent browning, toss the apples with a little fresh lemon juice (enough to lightly cover them).
3. Instant Freeze: Place the prepared fruit on top of a baking sheet in a single layer. Flash freeze for 1 hour.
4. Place apples in an airtight container or freezer-safe plastic bag.. If you use a bag, use a straw to suck any remaining air out of the bag and seal it.
5. Mark the expiration date. Use a permanent marker to label with an expiration date 3 months in the future.
6. Freeze. Place the container or bag in the freezer and freeze for up to 3 to 6 months. For best results, use within 3 months. You can use frozen apples directly in cooked dishes; there is no need to defrost. They also work as a tasty snack straight from the freezer!

Tips on how to use frozen apples

Frozen apples can be used straight from the freezer in cooked or mixed dishes – no need to thaw! This makes them super versatile to use in apple desserts! Some tips to keep in mind:

• Use frozen apples only in cooked, baked, or mixed dishessuch as crumbs, chips, pies, muffins, sautéed apples, and milkshakes. The texture becomes softer after freezing, so they are not suitable for eating raw.
• Frozen apples can be added directly to dishes.: no need to defrost.
• They are also a great snack! We love these fresh out of the freezer (sort of like frozen grapes).
• Use within 3 to 6 months. Flavor and texture can degrade the longer food is frozen. For best results, use within 3 months.

apple recipes

Frozen apples work in so many different apple recipes! Here are some ideas to get started:

More freezing methods

And that is! Let us know if you try to freeze apples in the comments below. All ingredients hold differently in the freezer. Here are some more methods to try:

• Freeze fruits and vegetables such as broccoli, spinach, kale, onions, carrots, celery, cabbage, green beans, eggplant, zucchini, corn, potatoes, avocados, tomatoes, strawberries, peaches, blueberries, or bananas.
• Learn how to freeze dairy products, such as cheese, milk, sour cream, ricotta, yogurt, butter, cream cheese, cottage cheese, and mozzarella.
• Try freezing rice, guacamole, or hummus