How To Freeze Peaches

Saving summer’s sweetness for later is a breeze when you know how to freeze peaches the right way. Today, I’ll be sharing a simple guide on How To Freeze Peaches, so you can enjoy their juicy flavor long after the season ends.

Can You Freeze Peaches?

Yes, you can freeze peach. Freezing peaches is a great way to preserve them for later use. You can either freeze whole peaches or freeze them in slices.

Why Would You Want To Freeze Peach?

Freezing peaches preserves their flavor and texture better than other preservation methods, such as canning. Freezing peaches also makes them easy to thaw and use in recipes. This can also help you save money on groceries.

Frozen Peaches For Recipes:

Frozen peaches or any frozen fruit can be a great addition to recipes. They add flavor and texture, and they can help thicken Sauces or Soups. Peaches are also great in desserts such as Peach Cobbler and Grilled Peach Napoleans.

Healthy Snacks:

Frozen peaches can be a good Source Of Fiber, Vitamin C, And Potassium, and they are low in calories. When you have access to frozen peach, you can add them to your diet without worrying about spoiling.

Long-Term Storage

Frozen peaches also allow you to store the fruit for a longer period of time. You can keep it in your freezer for up to 12 months, which is much longer than the shelf life of fresh peach. In fact, frozen peach or other frozen fruit can last without losing its flavor or texture. You can buy them in bulk when they’re in season and store them for later use.

Here is the equipment needed to freeze peaches correctly.

1. Freezer Safe Container: You’ll need a freezer-safe container to store your frozen peach. I recommend using a plastic container or a Ziploc bag.
2. Freezer: You’ll need a freezer to freeze peaches. Make sure to freeze them at 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below.
3. Peeler: A peeler is necessary to peel peaches.
4. Paring Knife: A paring knife is necessary to have sliced peaches.
5. Bowl: A bowl is necessary to mix the sugar and cinnamon.
6. Measuring Spoons: Measuring spoons are necessary to measure the sugar and cinnamon accurately.
7. Toothpicks: Toothpicks are necessary to hold the peach slices together.

How To Freeze Peaches Correctly?

There are a few different ways to freeze peach. We will go over the most common methods below.

Method One: Freezing Fresh Peaches Whole

• The easiest way to freeze peaches is to freeze whole peaches. Wash the peach and then slice it in half.
• Remove the pit and discard it.
• Place the peach halves in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze them for about 2 hours.
• Once they are frozen, transfer them to a ziplock bag or a container with a lid.

Method Two: Freezing Peach Slices

If you want to freeze fresh peaches slices, the process is a little different.

• First peel the peaches and blanch these peach slices in boiling water for about 1 minute.
• Next place the peach slices in ice water to stop the cooking process.
• Drain the slices and place them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
• Freeze them for about 2 hours.
• Once they are frozen, transfer them to a ziplock bag or a container with a lid.

Method Three: Freezing Peach Puree

If you want to freeze peach puree, you will need first to cook the peaches. You can do this by boiling them, steaming them, or baking them.

• Once cooked remove the skin, pit and then mash the peaches.
• Place the mashed peaches in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze them for about 2 hours.
• Once they are frozen, transfer them to a ziplock bag or a container with a lid.

Method Four: Freezing Peach Syrup

To freeze peach syrup, you must first cook the peaches in boiling water. You can do this by boiling them, steaming them, or baking them.

• Once cooked, remove the skin and pit and then mash the peaches.
• Place the mashed peaches in a saucepan and add sugar and water.
• Cook the mixture over medium heat until it thickens.
• Place the syrup in a container with a lid and freeze it for about 2 hours.
• Once frozen, transfer the peach syrup to a ziplock bag.

Common Issues When Freezing Peach

Now that you know how to freeze peaches let’s look at some of the most common problems people run into when freezing peach.

• Peach Slice Is Frozen Solid: If your peach slices are frozen solid, you didn’t blanch them long enough. Blanching the peach slices for 1 minute is not enough. You need to blanch them for at least 3 minutes.
• Peach Puree Is Clumpy: If your peach puree is clumpy, you didn’t cook the peaches long enough. You need to cook the peaches until they are soft.
• Peach Syrup Is Cloudy: If your peach syrup is cloudy, you didn’t cook the mixture long enough. You need to cook the mixture until it thickens.
• Peach Puree Has a Bad Taste: If your peach puree has a bad taste, you didn’t cook the peaches long enough. You need to cook the peaches until they are soft.
• Peach Syrup Is Too Sweet: If your peach syrup is too sweet, you added too much sugar. You should try adding less sugar the next time you make it.

How Do You Thaw Frozen Peaches?

Now that you have frozen peaches, you will need to know how to thaw them. Thawed peaches make the flavor tastier. There are a few different ways to do this.

• Thawing Peach in the Microwave: Place the peach slices in a microwave-safe dish and microwave them for about 1 minute. But Make sure you stop and stir them every 20 seconds or so to prevent them from burning.
• Thaw On The Table: If you have a lot of peach slices, it might be easier to leave them on the table to thaw. This will take a little longer, but it is a free method.
• Thawing Peaches in the Refrigerator: If you want to thaw the peach slices quickly, you can place them in the refrigerator. This will take about 2 hours.
• Use a Defrosting Tray: If you want to defrost the peach slices quickly, you can use a defrosting tray. Place the peach slices on the tray and microwave them for about 1 minute. But make sure you stop and stir them every 20 seconds or so to prevent them from burning.

8 Great Ways To Use Frozen Peaches

• Use Frozen Peach Slices in Smoothies: If you want to make a Smoothie, you can add some frozen peach. This will add sweetness and flavor to the smoothie.
• Use Frozen Peaches in Recipes: If you want to use frozen peaches in a recipe, you must thaw it first. Then, you can add it to the recipe.
• Use Frozen Peach as a Topping: You can do that if you want to top ice cream or Pancakes with frozen peach. This is a quick and easy way to add peach flavor to your food.
• Use Frozen Peach in Jams and Jellies: If you want to make jams or jellies, you can use frozen peach. Just thaw it first and then add it to the recipe. This is a great way to use up all of your frozen peaches.
• Use Frozen Peach in Cocktails: That’s my favorite way to use them- in Cocktails! Add a few frozen peach slices to your favorite cocktail and enjoy.
• Use Frozen Peach in Desserts: Using frozen peach in desserts is a great way to add sweetness and flavor. You can add it to Cakes, Pies, or any other dessert you like.
• Use Frozen Peach as a Garnish If you want to add a pretty garnish to your dish, you can use frozen peach. Just thaw it and then slice it into thin slices. Just make sure the peach is completely thawed before you slice it.
• Use Frozen Peach in Cereal: If you want to add some peach flavor to your cereal, you can add some frozen peach. This is a great way to start your day with some peach flavor.

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