Freeze Blackberries – That’s How It’s Done

Freeze whole blackberries – how it works

Very gently freeze blackberries as whole berries. In this way, the healthy fruit retains its nutrients and you can later use the pretty little berries as a garnish.

• Harvest the blackberries in the morning if possible and process the sensitive fruit immediately so that the fruit does not lose any nutrients.
• After sorting out the unsuitable fruit, gently wash the remaining blackberries and then place the fruit on towels to dry.
• To prevent the blackberries from sticking together in an unsightly lump later, freeze the fruit first.
• To do this, place the blackberries next to each other on a baking sheet or on plates, and then place the fruit in the freezer. Don’t forget to cover the berries to prevent freezer burn from developing.
• Once the fruit is frozen, place the blackberries in appropriate freezer containers. If you want to use the blackberries later, you can easily remove as many berries as you need.

Freeze blackberry juice – how to proceed

The blackberries are also ideal as fruity ice cubes for drinks such as cocktails.

• You have several options for making blackberry juice. A convenient option is a juicer.
• Alternatively, use a sieve and a kitchen towel. Place the sieve over a bowl and place the kitchen towel in it.
• We have summarized other ways of gently juicing the blackberries in a separate article.
• After you have washed the blackberries, put the fruit in portions in the colander and squeeze them.
• Finally, pour the blackberry juice into ice cube molds.

Frozen blackberry mustard – a healthy snack

Desserts such as yogurt, quark, ice cream, or pudding can be quickly and effortlessly given that certain something with frozen blackberry puree.

• Freezing the must has several advantages compared to preserving the berries. The frozen blackberry puree retains its nutrients better, the aroma is retained more clearly and you can portion the portions much better. In addition, the amount of work is kept within manageable limits.
• With the help of a sieve, which is also often referred to as a brisk lotte, you have quickly processed the berries into the must. Alternatively, you can use a passing stick, for example.
• You put the washed blackberries in the sieve and select a slice that is not too fine. The pulp is particularly important for the blackberry must.
• You should fill the fruit must in freezer containers that are not too large so that you can later take it out of the freezer in portions.