45 Ideas For Fresh Raspberries (2024)

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What can I do with a lot of raspberries? ›

How Long Do Raspberries Last in the Fridge? If stored properly, raspberries are the most juicy, plump, and delicious for 1-2 days in the refrigerator. However, if you're looking to keep your berries for a longer time, freezing them is the best option.

You don't need too much, just enough to gently toss the fruit with—think vinegar on a salad. Drizzle honey to taste to balance out any tartness and acidity. Sprinkle in chopped mint for added freshness, and let the berries hang out for a few hours or overnight for extra oomph.

Raspberries can be stored in the freezer for up to 12-18 months, which means you can keep them on hand all year long!

I love unexpected herbs in sweet treats, and rosemary is a particular favorite for tart fruits like raspberries and rhubarb.

For every cup of warm water you use, add one teaspoon of salt and let it dissolve. Allow the water to cool before soaking the berries for a few minutes, and then rinse them under running water.

Because raspberries are very susceptible to spoilage, it is best to eat raspberries within two days after purchasing. Select berries that are plump, firm, and rich in color. They should not be moldy, soft, or mushy.

I have found that my fresh fruit always has a longer shelf life in glass containers than it does in plastic containers. When washed and stored correctly, fresh raspberries will last about two and a half weeks. If you want to enjoy frozen raspberries, you can put your fresh berries in a freezer bag or mason jars.

Should you wash raspberries before storing them? ›

Before you place a pint of fresh berries in the refrigerator, you need to wash them. Rendine recommends washing them with a solution of one part white vinegar to three parts cool water. While water alone works fine, the addition of vinegar will help to delay decay and destroy any existing mold or bacteria.

Raspberries are an excellent source of vitamin C, manganese, and dietary fiber. They also contain ellagic acid, which has been shown to have anti-cancer properties. Blueberries, on the other hand, are packed with vitamin K, vitamin C, and antioxidants such as anthocyanins.

You want to avoid light-colored raspberries, dark red and overripe raspberries, and any shape deformities.

In general, you can simply transfer berries to the freezer in their unwashed state — making sure to label them as unwashed, so that you wash them before use — but if you prefer to wash them beforehand, lay them out on a paper towel to make sure they are completely dry before freezing.

Similar to dry freezing, but berries are more likely to stick together in clumps. Instead of spreading on a cookie sheet to freeze, put the fresh, unfrozen berries directly into freezer containers or plastic bags. Remove air from bags.

Raspberries freeze very well. Give them a wash and lay them out on paper towels to remove excess moisture. Then, lay them on a cookie sheet and pop them into your freezer until frozen. Store the frozen berries in an airtight plastic zip bag or in a freezer-proof container.