How to Freeze Rhubarb

Freezing rhubarb is a great way to preserve your rhubarb harvest to enjoy year-round. I like to freeze a little bit of rhubarb to use in recipes when strawberries are in season. Nothing pairs perfectly with rhubarb than strawberries!

Freezing rhubarb is very easy and quick to do!

What You Need

• Cutting Board and Knife – To trim the leaves and cut the rhubarb stalks into pieces.
• Baking Sheet – For flash freezing the rhubarb pieces in a single layer.
• Parchment Paper – To line the baking sheet and prevent the rhubarb pieces from sticking.
• Clean Towel – To dry the rhubarb pieces after washing or blanching.
• Freezer Bags or Airtight Containers – For storing the frozen rhubarb. Freezer bags or FoodSaver bags are best as you can remove more air from them to prevent freezer burn.
• Marker – To label the bags or containers with the date of freezing.

Tips

• Portioning – Freeze rhubarb in portions that you typically use for recipes to make it easier to defrost the right amount.
• Using Frozen Rhubarb – There’s no need to thaw rhubarb before using it in cooking or baking. Add it directly to your recipes.

How to Freeze Rhubarb

1. Harvest rhubarb stalks by pulling them from the base, not cutting.
2. Wash the stalks thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris.
3. Trim off the leaves (which are toxic) and discard them. Cut the rhubarb stalks into 1-inch pieces or the desired size for later use.
4. Arrange the rhubarb pieces in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Ensure the pieces are not touching each other to prevent sticking.
5. Place the baking sheet in the freezer and freeze until the rhubarb pieces are solid (about 1 to 2 hours).
6. Once the rhubarb pieces are frozen, transfer them to airtight freezer bags or containers. Remove as much air as possible to prevent freezer burn.
7. Label the bags or containers with the date of freezing.
8. Place the bags or containers in the freezer.
9. Rhubarb can be stored for up to a year.

Rhubarb Recipes to Try

• Strawberry Rhubarb Gin Smash
• Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

How to Freeze Rhubarb

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Freezing rhubarb is a great way to preserve your rhubarb harvest to enjoy year-round for future recipes.

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Prep TimePrep Time 10 minutes minutes

Flash Freezing Time 2 hours hours

ServingsServings 2 freezer bags

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Equipment

• Cutting Board and Knife 
• baking sheet
• Parchment Paper
• Clean Towel
• Freezer bags or airtight containers
• Marker

Ingredients  

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• Rhubarb

Instructions 

1. Harvest rhubarb stalks by pulling them from the base, not cutting.
2. Wash the stalks thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris.
3. Trim off the leaves (which are toxic) and discard them. Cut the rhubarb stalks into 1-inch pieces or the desired size for later use.
4. Arrange the rhubarb pieces in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Ensure the pieces are not touching each other to prevent sticking.
5. Place the baking sheet in the freezer and freeze until the rhubarb pieces are solid (about 1 to 2 hours).
6. Once the rhubarb pieces are frozen, transfer them to airtight freezer bags or containers. Remove as much air as possible to prevent freezer burn.
7. Label the bags or containers with the date of freezing.
8. Place the bags or containers in the freezer.
9. Rhubarb can be stored for up to a year.

Notes

• Portioning – Freeze rhubarb in portions that you typically use for recipes to make it easier to defrost the right amount.
• Using Frozen Rhubarb – There’s no need to thaw rhubarb before using it in cooking or baking. Add it directly to your recipes.
• Lasts up to a year in the freezer.