Freezing fruit like this changes everything (and nobody talks about it)
Have you ever tried freezing fruit at home and the result wasn't so good? Some lose their texture, stick together or taste strange. But what if I told you there was a simple way to freeze fruit that keeps its flavor, texture and even turns your fridge into the best refuge from the heat?
The trick is as easy as it is surprising and can completely change the way you enjoy your favorite fruits on hot days.
Why is freezing fruit the wrong way a problem?
When we throw fruit straight into the freezer, everything seems practical... until it defrosts. Most fruits contain a lot of water, and when they are frozen badly, they form ice crystals that destroy the structure of the fruit. The result? A mushy, bland porridge.
What's more, if you freeze everything together in a bag, the fruit sticks together, makes it difficult to use and even loses its visual appeal. And nobody wants to eat a frozen block of banana, strawberry and mango.
The trick: pre-freeze in the open
The magic lies in the technique used by confectioners and real smoothie makers:
- Wash and dry the fruit well: Avoid freezing wet fruit - excess moisture turns to ice and ruins the texture.
- Cut into small pieces. Cubes, slices or thin slices freeze better and defrost faster.
- Distribute the fruit on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Leave space between the pieces. This prevents them from sticking together.
- Place in the freezer for 2 to 3 hours, or until firm.
- Then transfer to jars or zip-top bags. Now you can store everything together - without it sticking together and turning to mush!
Why is this trick perfect in the heat?
In addition to preserving texture and flavor, fruit frozen like this makes an incredible frozen snack:
- Frozen strawberries: delicious straight from the freezer, as if they were natural candies.
- Diced mango: melts in your mouth like ice cream!
- Frozen grapes: the most addictive and refreshing snack of the summer.
- Frozen bananas: perfect for blending into a creamy sorbet in seconds.
Bonus tip: add frozen fruit to glasses of sparkling water or natural juices to add flavor and make the drink even prettier.
The result? More flavor, less waste and guaranteed refreshment
With this simple trick, you can make better use of seasonal fruit, save money, avoid waste and always have something cold and healthy on hand.
It's like having a natural popsicle always ready - without sugar, without preservatives and with much more flavor.
Mirella Mendonça
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