Save that summer berry-picking bounty for cooler weather.
Try these techniques to freeze strawberries perfectly.
How Long Do Strawberries Last in the Fridge?
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Strawberries are one of the most delicate and perishable fruits that end up in your fridge.
Pick through your strawberries
Get rid of any mushy or moldy strawberries in your bunch.
Pat the strawberries dry with paper towels or a clean kitchen towel to remove as much water as possible.
(Dry strawberries equals less opportunity to create ice crystals that impact the quality of your frozen berries.)
Let the berries freeze for a few hours in a single layer to avoid clumping.
(Or our favorite, a littlefrose.)
But if you do decide to defrost them, there are several options for thawing your frozen strawberries.
The gentlest method is to put the frozen strawberries in the fridge and let them thaw over several hours.
(Sliced strawberries will thaw faster, as more surface area is available to hit the warmer temperatures.)
