How to Freeze Apples (Fast!)
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5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
2
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Calories
95 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
gluten-free
How to Freeze Apples (Fast!)
Description
Freezing apples quickly involves cutting them into thin slices, approximately 1/8 inch thick, or 1-inch chunks depending on future usage. Thin slices suit pies or baked desserts and often require peeling, while chunks work well for smoothies or applesauce with or without peeling.
After preparing the apples, arranging them in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet prevents pieces from freezing together, simplifying portioning later. Freezing for two to eight hours until firm allows for easy transfer to airtight containers.
Stored in airtight containers, frozen apples maintain quality for up to six months. This method works for various apple varieties and is likely adaptable to similar fruit like pears.
Nutrition estimates apply per whole apple and serve as a general guide rather than exact values.
Ingredients
- 2 apple
Instructions
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper, and set it aside. Make sure the pan you use will fit in your freezer, sitting flat. If you have a narrow freezer, you might want to use a large plate, instead.
- Slice the apples into thin, 1/8-inch slices, or into 1-inch chunks. How you slice them is determined by what you plan on using them for later. For an apple pie or baked apple dessert, I recommend slicing them into the thin, 1/8-inch slices. You might want to peel the apples first, in those cases, too. For applesauce or smoothies, the 1-inch chunks will work just fine, and you don't have to peel them for a blended recipe.
- Arrange the cut apples into a single layer on the prepared pan. Ideally, you don't want the pieces to touch, so they won't freeze together in a clump, but it's okay if a few do. Freeze until firm, about 2 hours, or up to 8 hours.
- Transfer the apples to an airtight container, and keep them stored in the freezer for up to 6 months. They should have their best flavor if you use them up within 3 to 6 months, but techincally they should be fine to eat for up to 1 year.
Notes
- This freezing method is suitable for all apple varieties and likely works well for similar fruits such as pears.
- Nutrition details provided are approximate and per whole apple only.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 95 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 95kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 195mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 19g | 38% |
| Vitamin A | 98IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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