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Blueberries are one of my go-to fruits, and when they\u2019re on sale I buy packs at a time. They\u2019re great for a snack (85 calories per one cup serving), and make oatmeal<\/a> and greek yogurt<\/a> more interesting! But when I buy berries in bulk, they tend to go bad faster than I can eat them, which is why it\u2019s essential to learn how to freeze blueberries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When are Blueberries in Season?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You can find blueberries in many grocery stores year-round, but they\u2019re truly in season during the summer months. Blueberries are harvested from around May to July, depending on what type of climate you\u2019re in. This is when you\u2019ll notice most grocery stores have frequent sales on them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Long Do Fresh Blueberries Last?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Blueberries will last about a week in the fridge. If you leave them out, they\u2019ll get soft after a few days. To maximize their shelf life, add a paper towel to the bottom of their package to soak up moisture and pick out moldy berries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When Should You Freeze Blueberries?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When your blueberries start getting soft or wrinkly, it\u2019s time to freeze them. Typically I\u2019ll freeze them when I start to notice some of the berries have a squishy or mealy texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Freeze Blueberries<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Freezing blueberries is simple!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Remove stems and throw away any mushy or moldy blueberries.<\/li>
  2. Wash the blueberries.<\/li>
  3. Dry the berries thoroughly. You can do this by placing them between paper towels and dabbing gently. Wet blueberries are prone to clump together when frozen.<\/li>
  4. (Optional) Place blueberries on a parchment paper lined baking sheet in a single layer. Flash freeze them for about two hours until they\u2019re hard.<\/li>
  5. Place in a freezer-safe container and store in the freezer.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    As mentioned, flash freezing is optional. If you dry your berries thoroughly before freezing, they don\u2019t stick together that much. If they do, separating them is similar to breaking up a bag of peas. Hit them on the counter a few times, and you\u2019re good to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    How Long Do Frozen Blueberries Last?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Frozen blueberries last about six months. You can use them to top yogurt bowls or bake into muffins, so they\u2019ll almost surely be gone before then.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    How to Defrost Blueberries<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    There are multiple ways to defrost blueberries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n