Freezing Peaches
Preserve the juicy sweetness of summer with this easy guide to freezing peaches! Learn how to lock in their vibrant flavor and tender texture with simple steps like blanching, peeling, and freezing individual slices for year-round enjoyment. This no-cook recipe takes just 30 minutes and offers optional tips for enhancing freshness with lemon juice and adding a touch of sweetness with sugar. Freezing peaches is perfect for making smoothies, desserts, or warm cobblers long after peach season ends. With proper storage, your peaches will stay delicious for up to 12 months—ideal for any craving or homemade treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 pieces Fresh peaches
- 1 cup Granulated sugar (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
Wash the peaches thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or residue.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Prepare a bowl of ice water and set it aside.
Carefully place the peaches in the boiling water for 30–60 seconds, or until the skins begin to loosen.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the peaches to the bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
Once the peaches are cool, gently peel off the skins using your fingers or a paring knife.
Cut the peaches in half, remove the pits, and slice them into your preferred size (e.g., quarters or thin slices).
If desired, toss the peach slices with lemon juice to prevent browning. For added sweetness, sprinkle the slices with granulated sugar and gently mix.
Arrange the peach slices in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet to prevent them from sticking together. Place the baking sheet in the freezer and freeze until the peaches are solid, about 2–3 hours.
Once frozen, transfer the peach slices to airtight freezer bags or containers. Be sure to remove as much air as possible to prevent freezer burn.
Label the bags or containers with the date and store in the freezer for up to 12 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1397 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.1 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 349.1 g | 127% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.1 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 326.8 g | ||
| Protein | 14.1 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 2881 mg | 61% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
