12ouncesraspberriesadjust to any amount you'd like to freeze
Instructions
Rinse the berries! This is an important step that will remove pesticides, dirt and debris and should not be skipped. In a fine mesh sieve or colander, rinse the berries under cool, clean water for 30 seconds.
Dry the berries. Carefully turn the berries out onto a clean tea towel or paper towel. Gently blot the excess water off until dry again. If the berries are frozen with too much moisture left on them, it will result in freezer burn.
Place the raspberries on a parchment lined baking tray. Spread them out evenly in a single layer. It is okay if the raspberries are lightly touching on the baking sheet, but they should not be overlapping or crowded.
Place the tray in the freezer. Flash freeze the raspberries for a minimum of 3 hours, or until fully frozen.
Transfer to a freezer safe container. We typically like to use plastic freezer bag or reusable silicone type bags, like Stasher. Freeze for up to 6 months for optimal freshness and texture retention.
Notes
Freeze raspberries when ripe. This will freeze them when they are most nutrient dense and sweetest.
Remove excess air from the freezer bag. This will prevent any oxidation and preserve freshness.
Label the bags! This is a good rule for freezing anything. Don't assume you'll remember when you froze your raspberries or even what they are. Help yourself out by labeling what it is, when it was frozen and a "best by" date.