How to Freeze Oranges

This is the easiest way to freeze oranges to preserve them for your favorite recipes another time!

Prep Time10

Freeze Time2

Total Time2 10

Servings: servings

Calories: 62kcal

Wash and peel the oranges.
Use your hands or a knife to separate the whole orange into smaller sections, about 4-6 per orange.
If you’re planning to use the oranges in smoothies or blended recipes, cut each wedge in half before freezing to make them easier to blend later on.
Lay the orange slices in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Set the tray in the freezer, uncovered, for an hour.
Remove the tray from the freezer and transfer the oranges to a freezer-safe bag. Squeeze the air out of the bag, then seal it.
Set the bag in the freezer until the oranges are fully frozen.

Storing: According to USDA, fruit can be frozen for up to 8 to 12 months and still maintain high quality.
Defrosting: Frozen oranges can be defrosted by setting the bag on a plate and thawing in the refrigerator overnight, by running warm water over the bag, or by microwaving the oranges. They can also be cooked or blended into drinks directly from frozen.