How To Freeze Strawberries So Easy

Published 6/19/2021

Why Freeze Strawberries?

Is anyone else guilty of overbuying strawberries during the summer? We are! There is no need to put ay strawberries to waste, just freeze them. We love to freeze fresh strawberries because it logs in the delicious freshness of the strawberries when they are at their best!

How to Freeze Strawberries

Freezing strawberries seems like a no brainer, but there is a certain way you can freeze strawberries so they don’t stick together and last longer in the freezer without freezer burn. Here’s how to do it. Here are all of the recipes you can make with frozen strawberries right out of your freezer. Strawberry Daiquiri- Blend up your own strawberry daiquiri recipe at home for the most delicious frozen cocktail ever. This strawberry daiquiri is made with frozen strawberries, rum, and a simple syrup. Strawberry Margarita- Looking to mix up your margarita flavor? Try this incredible frozen strawberry margarita recipe made with frozen strawberries, lime juice, tequila, and triple sec! Strawberry Oatmeal Bars- Thaw your frozen strawberries and make a batch of these strawberry oatmeal bars!
Strawberry Protein Nice Cream- Get out some of your frozen strawberries and throw all of the ingredients into the food processor and you’ve got yourself a protein-packed dessert in under 20 minutes! Strawberry Protein Shake- This protein powder smoothie recipe is made with just a few simple ingredients: frozen strawberries, bananas, vanilla protein powder, Greek yogurt, and almond milk.

Prepare the Strawberries

There are a few steps you have to take to get your strawberries ready to be frozen. Rinse them in the sink with cold water. Wash off all that dirt and get them ready for the freezer. Dry the strawberries with a clean dish towel and make sure all the moisture is removed. This is important because if you put wet strawberries in the freezer they will stick together and are more likely to get freezer burn. Cut the green stems off of the strawberries so that they are all ready to use right out of the freezer.

Lay them on a Baking Sheet

Once the strawberries are prepped, place them on a half baking sheet or plate. Be sure the strawberries are spread out. Place them in the freezer for 15-30 minutes or until they are partially frozen and won’t stick to each other later!

Store them in a freezer bag

Remove the strawberries from the freezer and place them in a freezer safe bag and place them back in the freezer for easy access to delicious strawberries all year round!