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You couldn't resist the "10 pineapples for 10 dollars" deal at your local supermarket, could you? But now you find yourself with 10 pineapples that will go bad if you don't freeze them. Don't worry -- you've found a real bargain and will be saving money by freezing this tasty, delicious fruit, which can last you up to six months. So how do you freeze it? Read on to find out.
Steps
Cut up the pineapple. You can cut the pineapple in any way you like, really. First, cut off the tops and bottoms with a sharp knife, and then shave off the skins and cut out the core. You can dice the pineapple, cut it into large circles, or cut it into smaller squares. You can even use a handy-dandy pineapple corer if you want to get fancy.[1]
Place wax paper or parchment paper on a cookie sheet. Either one will do. Make sure the sheet is large enough to hold all of the pineapple chunks -- if not, then you may have to use two sheets.[2]Advertisement
Put the pieces of pineapple on the wax or parchment paper. Make sure they don't touch or else they will freeze together.[3]
Place the cookie sheet in the freezer overnight. You can do this for less time if the pieces of pineapple become completely frozen earlier.- Put the pieces in a freezer bag or any airtight container.[4] You can use a zip-seal bag, Tupperware, or any other storage container that has a seal. Make sure you get all of the air out of the bag first so that the pineapple chunks don't suffer from freezer burn. You should label the bag with the date so you know when it is still safe to eat it -- frozen pineapple can last in your fridge for up to six months.[5]
Place the frozen pineapple in a smoothie or frozen drink. Just place the frozen pineapple in the blender, follow the recipe for the drink or smoothie, and enjoy. Remember to use a bit less ice, since the frozen pineapple will add some extra icy flavor to the beverage.[6]
Eat the pineapple raw. Just take it out of the freezer and take a bite into the tasty, frozen fruit. Frozen fruit is delicious, and you can try the same trick with blueberries, raspberries, or any other fruit.[7] It'll have an extra icy flavor that will make it taste even more delicious -- a little bit like ice cream.
Thaw the frozen pineapple. If you want to eat the pineapple raw but don't want it to be frozen, just place it in the refrigerator and thaw it overnight. Then take it out of the refrigerator and enjoy it on its own or drizzle it with a bit of lemon juice first. You can also add it to any fruit salad of your choice.[8]
Community Q&A
- QuestionHow do I stick a pen into a pineapple?
Community AnswerHold the pen at an angle, then forcefully push it into the pineapple. - QuestionCan I use frozen pineapple, strawberry, and other fruits in ice cream?
Community AnswerYes! Frozen fruits are a great addition to ice cream. If you are making ice cream for a group of people, it might be a good idea to mention that it contains pineapple (and any other types of fruits) as some people have allergies. - QuestionCan I freeze pineapple in a glass jar?Community AnswerAs long as the glass jar is freezer-safe, yes. Do not freeze anything in glass if you are unsure, because your glass could crack.
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- ↑ http://fabulesslyfrugal.com/how-to-freeze-pineapple/
- ↑ https://thekrazycouponlady.com/tips/at-home/how-to-freeze-pineapple
- ↑ https://www.budgetbytes.com/how-to-cut-and-freeze-pineapple/
- ↑ https://hawaiiancrown.com/can-i-freeze-pineapple/
- ↑ http://www.hawaiiancrown.com/faq.php
- ↑ http://thethriftycouple.com/2012/03/24/how-to-freeze-pineapple-from-cutting-to-bagging/
- ↑ https://www.health.com/nutrition/reasons-nutritionist-buys-frozen-fruits-veggies
- ↑ https://nchfp.uga.edu/how/freeze/thawing.html
About This Article
If you need to freeze pineapple, cut off the top and bottoms of the pineapple with a sharp knife, then carefully slice off the skins and cut out the core. You can dice the pineapple, cut it into large circles, or cut it into smaller squares. Place the pineapple in a single layer onto a baking sheet lined with parchment or wax paper and place the baking sheet in the freezer overnight. After the pineapple has frozen, place it into a freezer bag or airtight container and store the frozen pineapple for up to 6 months. If you want to learn how to use your pineapple after it's been frozen, keep reading the article!
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