Apple is one of the most delicious fruits available in the market in the winter season. Native to Central Asia, the fruit has China as its largest producer. Widely cultivated throughout the world, apple is consumed by almost all the people across the globe. Many of them also like to store the fruit, to enjoy it in the off-season as well. In this context, freezing apples seems to be the best option, which helps retain their look as well as taste. If you want to know exactly how to freeze apples, the instructions provided below will come handy.
Best Way Of Freezing Apples
Supplies Needed
- Apples
- Knife
- Peeler
- Sugar
- Freezer Containers/ Bags
Instructions
- First of all, you need to select the right kind of apples. Make sure that they are firm and crisp.
- Now, wash the apples thoroughly and let them dry.
- With the help of a peeler, peel the apples and cut them into small wedges, with a knife.
- Next, sprinkle sugar over the apples, 1/4 cup sugar for each quart of the fruit.
- Stir the apples well, to mix in the sugar properly.
- Place the apples in the freezer bags/containers, making sure to leave 1/4 inch of headspace.
- Seal the bags/containers properly and put them in the freezer, making sure to mark them with date.
