How to Freeze Berries for Smoothies and Jam
Simple instructions on how to prepare your fresh berries for the freezer
Equipment
- Measuring Cup
- 10 cups Water
- ¼ cup 5% distilled white vinegar
Materials
- 1 cookie sheet needs to be able to fit in your freezer
- 1 piece parchment paper to line cookie sheet
- FoodSaver vacuum sealer optional, but this is what I use
- Vacuum sealer bags, or quart size freezer bags if not using a Vacuum Sealer. Stasher bags are also an option.
Instructions
- Wash and thoroughly dry berries.
- Line cookie sheet with parchment paper and place berries on in a single layer.
- Place cookie sheet in freezer for 4-6 hours, or until berries are frozen solid.
- Use vacuum sealer, freezer bags, or Stasher Bags to store berries in the freezer. * See note below on this step
Notes
I have talked about my process of washing berries in another post. It is simple, quick, and straightforward, so you may want to check that out. Here is the link: https://thecrosslegacy.com/keeping-berries-fresh-for-weeks/
Making sure you have the right sized cookie sheet before you load it up with berries is really the most important step.
*Vacuum sealed fruit lasts 2-3 years in the freezer and fruit stored in regular quart size bags will last 6-12 months.