We all know the delightful moments when we're blessed with more fruit than we can handle! Whether it's a fantastic deal, a memorable day at the orchard, or simply an overabundance at home, there are countless reasons to have extra fruit. One fruit we often find ourselves with an excess of is cherries (if it's a good season, we stock up!), and the possibilities are truly exciting! We can dream of baking scrumptious treats or crafting delightful jam. However, sometimes the summer heat can make those plans a bit challenging.

Fortunately, there’s a wonderful solution: freezing cherries during their peak season! This method allows you to savor their incredible flavor later on when it’s cooler and more comfortable.

The process of freezing cherries is surprisingly straightforward. While it might take a little bit of time, we assure you that the result is absolutely worth it! Just a few simple steps will have you enjoying the sweet taste of cherries long after the season has passed. Embrace the joy of preserving your fruit and delight in the delicious moments to come!

Pit your cherries (If you're doing a lot of cherries, we suggest using a pitter because it'll save you some time.)
Once the cherries are pitted, lay them out on a clean cookie sheet and place them in the freezer.
Leave the cherries in the freezer until they are fully frozen. Overnight is perfect.
You can store the frozen cherries in Ziploc bags or vacuum seal them. (However, you choose to store them we suggest laying them in a single layer since it'll take up less room in your freezer).

That's it! They'll be on hand to use in smoothies, bake with, or even make jam once the weather cools off a bit!