In this post, I will share with you how to store strawberries at home in the right way, see step by step instructions with photos. We can easily store fresh strawberries to use them later when they are not available in the market.

Fresh strawberries are very flavourful and delicious. But we see strawberries season for a very short time in India. To enjoy the taste of this healthy fruit throughout summers we need to store or preserve them. Freezing whole or sliced strawberries is a popular way of preservation.

In this post, you will see what is the right way of storing fresh strawberries in the freezer. This is a very quick and easy process.

Check other how to cooking basics and instructions below for how to store strawberries.

About Strawberries

Strawberry belongs to a berry fruit family and is known for its bright red colour, soft & juicy texture, and sweetness. It is a spring season fruit and is the first fruit that ripens in that season.

Read more on nutrition facts and health benefits of strawberries

Strawberries are a native fruit of North America. We can eat them fresh or make a variety of dishes like jam, fruit compote, smoothies, shakes, juices, ice cream, cake, cheesecakes, tarts, chocolate, etc. Its unique flavour is also used as a flavouring agent for different products like candy, soap, shampoo, perfume, lip gloss, etc. Check here to know how to grow strawberries.

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How to Store Strawberries in Freezer For Later Use

Strawberry is one of my favourite fruit and I like to use them in making smoothies, ice cream, cakes, cheesecakes, jam, scones, etc. So, I usually buy some freah strawberries at the end of their season and store them in the freezer to get them available when they are not in season.

FAQs

What kind of strawberries are perfect for preserving?

Choose well-ripe firm strawberries with bright red colour and smooth texture without any bruises. They should not be over ripen otherwise, they become mushy after the freezing and defrosting process. 

For how long we can store or preserve fresh strawberries?

Strawberries can be stored for 7-10 days in the refrigerator, whereas they can be stored for several months to years in the freezer if you follow the proper way of storage.

What is the best form to store strawberry- whole or sliced?

You can preserve them in both ways – as whole or sliced – depending on how you wish to use the frozen strawberries later. If you wish to use them for preparing shakes, smoothies or ice creams, the whole strawberries are good to go. If they are to be used in making crisps, cakes or oatmeal, it’s best to store them as sliced form.

What kind of containers should we use for freezing strawberries?

You can use either freezer-safe glass or plastic containers or ziploc bags. I prefer to use ziploc bags as they consume less space and are economical and easy to use. For a longer freezer life, you can also use vacuum sealing bags.

Do frozen strawberries lose their nutrients?

The good thing is that the nutrients present in fruits don’t change significantly after freezing. There is a minimum loss between fresh and frozen fruits nutrients if we freeze them quickly after being picked. The important point here is that we should not preserve fruits with added sugar.

click here to check more information about what changes will occur in nutrients after freezing fruits.

How to Store Strawberries-Step by Step Guide

1.First, slice the green leaf and any hard white part from strawberries.

2. Wash strawberries with fresh water to remove any dirt. Now, spread them on a paper towel or plate to let them dry.

3. Once dried, keep them whole, slice or chop into smaller pieces(this step is optional).

4. Now transfer them to a tray or plate and spread them into a single layer. Put the tray in the freezer for 2-3 hours.

5. Once they become frozen, take out the tray from the freezer and transfer whole strawberries in one bag and sliced ones into a separate ziploc bag. Squeeze out air as much as you can from ziploc bags and zip them.

6. Put the Ziploc bags with strawberries in the freezer.

7. When required, remove the amount of strawberries needed and thaw them. Put the rest back in the freezer.

Serving Suggestions

Use frozen strawberries for making jam, ice cream, puddings, cheesecakes, smoothies etc., is a good option when fresh strawberries are not available.

Tips and Tricks

1. Wash strawberries properly with fresh cold water and dry them on a kitchen or paper towel before freezing. It helps in removing any mold or dirt attached to it.
2. Choose only firm and smooth textured strawberries to get a good taste and texture after defrosting. Over ripen strawberries becomes very soft and mushy.
3. First, freeze them in a single layer and then store them in the container to avoid clumps.
4. You can store them whole or sliced according to your requirement.

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