It’s time to freeze peaches without sugar because the prime time for peaches is over. With summer coming to an end, it’s time to bid goodbye to your peach pies and recipes. To that. I say “No” because I would like to use my free will to enjoy Peach recipes throughout the year.
Luckily, my confidence is backed up by my knowledge on how to freeze peaches. If you are unsure how to do it, then you are at the right place at the right time. Knowing how to freeze peaches without sugar has been a game-changer for me, since now my peaches taste authentic and not sugary. Also, because now I can make Julia Roberts’ famous peach crisp and Kate Hudson’s peach pie anytime without sulking over peaches. I love frozen peaches without sugar so much.
Why Bother Freezing Peaches?
Freezing peaches has a lot of advantages, and one of them is that I LOVE THEM. These in-season fruits are not available throughout the year, and the available ones are not organically produced.
So, freezing gives you the chance to skip the bland supermarket versions and keep the juicy goodness locked in for later. Bonus, we are not adding sugar, so you are in for some real peachy flavors.
Hence, my undying love for peaches makes me freeze them so that I can enjoy them in my smoothies and cobblers. After all, it only requires three steps, so why don’t you do it?
Your No-Mess Guide to Freezing Peaches Like A Pro
Remove The Skin
Removing the skin of the peaches can be quite tricky if you are inexperienced with it.
I do it by boiling my peaches and then giving them an ice bath. Using this simple principle of physics, I peel the peaches in 2 minutes rather than 10.
Cut Them In Pieces
I like to make my job easier today to enjoy a hassle-free tomorrow. So after peeling the peaches, I like to cut them into slices.
You can also be playful with it and cut it into any irregular shape you want. Since I use it for my smoothies, I slice it into small chunks. If not, you can also freeze them without cutting.
Toss Them In Lemon Juice
Many call this step extra, but I find it to be mandatory. I toss the sliced pieces of peaches in lemon juice. Why? Well, tossing them into lemon juice keeps them intact texture wise and taste wise. Also, lemon juice prevents the peaches from losing their beautiful shade of orange. I have tried skipping this step, and I can tell you that the results were not that promising.
Let’s Get Them Frozen (No Disney songs, promise)
For the last step, I add my peaches in a ziplock bag and freeze them for 3-6 months. Pro tip: Make sure that your ziplock is tightly sealed to prevent air from leaking in.
Finger Licking And Instagram Worthy Recipes To Make With Frozen Peaches
If you do not understand the whole shenanigan of freezing peaches, then here is why peach lovers do it. Frozen peaches can be used to make smoothies, lassis, and even some of your favourite cocktails.
If water-based foods are not your forte, then you can also make peach biscuits, tarts, and pies from it. However, if none of these ideas intrigue you, then I know having a peach ice cream whenever you want will excite you to freeze your peaches.
People who enjoy salads can also enjoy peach salads. They are refreshing and colourful. Other colourful yet delectable food ideas include burrata, peach tostadas, and peach mini pizzas. Yes, these are highly recommended. Don’t judge them, instead try them out.
