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Chunks of cantaloupe in a freezer bag.

How to Freeze Cantaloupe

MrAnimal Farm
Freezing cantaloupe is a super easy way to ensure you can enjoy this sweet fruit year round. You can freeze it in slices, chunks or as a puree.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Freezing Time 1 hour
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American

Equipment

  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Cookie Sheet
  • Freezer Bags

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole Cantaloupe ripe

Instructions
 

  • Wash off your ripe cantaloupe.
  • Cut the cantaloupe in half and scoop out the seeds.

Freezing in slices or chunks

  • Cut it into slices and then cut the rind off of each slice.
  • If you want to freeze as chunks, cut each slice into chunks a few inches in size.
  • Place the slices or chunks on a cookie sheet and put them in the freezer to flash freeze. This takes an hour or so.
  • Once they are hard, remove from the freezer and package into a freezer bag or an airtight container and place back into the freezer.

As a puree

  • Take your halved cantaloupe with the seeds removed and cut it into slices or chunks.
  • Place it into a food processor and process until it is a mushy consistency like a smoothie.
  • Pour the puree into ice cube trays and place into the freezer.
  • After an hour or two, once the cubes are frozen, remove and package into a freezer bag or an airtight container and place back into the freezer.

Notes

Top Tips
  • Use a fresh, ripe cantaloupe
  • Package it in amounts that will be how much you want to use when thawed.
  • Puree is best for juices, smoothies and cooking; slices are best for fruit salads and snacking.
  • Freezes well for up to one year.
Keyword Freezing Cantaloupe
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