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How to Freeze Strawberries

The best way to freeze strawberries is the simplest and easiest.  And I learned it all from my Italian Aunt!  All you need are strawberries, a little lemon juice, some sugar and a couple of jars! 

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 4 jars
Calories: 122 kcal
Course: Dessert , Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds fresh strawberries (make sure they are firm, ripe and free of blemishes)
  • 1½ tablespoons lemon juice
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 3-4 medium jars (washed and dried, with tight fitting lids)

Instructions

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  1. Wash the jars in hot soapy water, rinse well and dry.
  2. If the strawberries are already quite clean, then place them in a colander and rinse them under cold water, place them (single layer) on a dry clean tea towel and gently dry.  Then hull and slice or chop depending on your preference.
  3. If the strawberries are not very clean (eg. just picked or it just rained and they have some dirt on them)  then fill a large bowl with cool water, add the strawberries and move them around until they are clean. Remove the strawberries and place them (single layer) on a dry clean tea towel and gently dry. Then hull and slice or chop depending on your preference.
  4. Place the sliced or chopped strawberries in a large bowl, sprinkle with lemon juice and sugar. Gently toss together. Spoon into the clean jars, leaving approximately one inch ¾ inch / 2 cm free space between the strawberries and the top. Then place jars in the freezer. Will keep up to a year. Enjoy!

Notes

  • The strawberries will last from 8-12 months in the freezer. Once thawed use within 2-6 days.
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Nutrition Information

Calories 122kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 30g (10%) Protein 1g (2%) Sodium 2mg (0%) Potassium 346mg (10%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 23g (46%) Vitamin A 25IU (1%) Vitamin C 135.5mg (151%) Calcium 36mg (4%) Iron 0.9mg (5%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4jars

Amount Per Serving

Calories 122

% Daily Value*

Calories 122kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 30g 10%
Protein 1g 2%
Sodium 2mg 0%
Potassium 346mg 7%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 23g 46%
Vitamin A 25IU 1%
Vitamin C 135.5mg 151%
Calcium 36mg 4%
Iron 0.9mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.