Skill level: Easy
The next time you are at the grocery store, grab an extra bag of cherries and freeze them! Yes, you heard us right; not only are cherries great eating out of hand, in pies and sangrias, but they are also delicious when frozen. Freezing cherries is also a great way to extend the cherry season beyond the few short months they are here!
Below is a step-by-step guide that you can follow to get cherries prepped and perfect for the freezer. Frozen cherries are a must on a hot summer day, and they also are perfect for adding to smoothies!
- Thoroughly rinse and dry cherries.
- Remove pits.
- Set Cherries in a pan or plate with a space between each, then place in the freezer.
- Once frozen, place in bags or air-proof containers to store or serve.
Here are a few recipes for frozen cherries that work great:
COCKTAILS!
MILKSHAKES!
ROASTED CHERRIES!
- Roasted Cherries & Whipped Cream
- Cherry & Sweet Potato Summer Side
- Roasted Cherry Panzanella Salad
- Roasted Cherry Bourbon Cake
Also, try frozen cherries in smoothies, pies, and cobblers, swirled into yogurt, or add to preserves with other summer fruit!
