Can you freeze butternut squash? You sure can. Here are step by step instructions on how to freeze butternut squash. No more throwing away unused squash.
There have been one too many times that we have chopped up a butternut squash to then only use half of it in a recipe – letting the other half spoil.
Problem solved – freeze the leftovers! Freezing butternut squash is a simple way to prevent butternut squash from spoiling. Use what you need then chop the remaining squash and freeze.
The next time you need butternut squash for a recipe, skip the trip to the store and head straight to your freezer!
If you have ever purchased a squash intending to make a recipe to then have your dinner plans changed – freeze the squash. Freezing butternut squash is the ideal way to extend the shelf life of this winter squash variety. Prep, freeze and save for a later use.
Equipment for Freezing Squash
- baking sheet
- Ziplock Freezer bag
Ingredients
- 1 butternut squash, peeled and chopped into 1-inch cubes
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How To Freeze Butternut Squash:
- Prepare the squash. Place the diced butternut squash onto the baking sheet in one layer, making sure the pieces don’t touch.
- Freeze the squash. Place the baking sheet into the freezer for 30 minutes – 1 hour. This ensures the squash pieces don’t freeze together.
- Place the squash into a Ziplock bag. Remove the baking sheet with the semi-frozen squash from the freezer and place the squash pieces into a ziplock bag. Remove as much air from the bag as possible, seal, then freeze for later use.
FAQs:
We find that freezing squash fresh is the best way. It is simple and requires minimal ingredients and equipment. It is a great way to save leftover squash from spoiling without going through the hassle of cooking the squash prior to freezing.
Yes! Prep your squash by peeling, removing the seeds and chopping then add to the freezer. Skip the steps of roasting, blanching or sautéing prior to freezing.
Frozen butternut squash can be kept in the freezer for up to a year.
Recipes to Use Frozen Butternut Squash Cubes:
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How To Freeze Butternut Squash
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 butternut squash, peeled and chopped
Instructions
- ⭐️Prepare the squash. Place the diced butternut squash onto the baking sheet in one layer, making sure the pieces don't touch.1 butternut squash, peeled and chopped
- Freeze the squash. Place the baking sheet into the freezer for 30 minutes – 1 hour. This ensures the squash pieces don't freeze together.
- Place the squash into a Ziplock bag. Remove the semi-frozen squash and place into a ziplock bag. Remove as much air as possible, seal, then freeze for later use.
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Lori says
Thanks for the great info! Our garden this year is full of butternut squash… I’ll be freezing them for winter! Yum!
Shawn L Shirley says
I have limited freezer space this year and am over run with Butternut squash. Can Butternut squash be canned?
Jodi Danen, RDN says
Hi Shawn – you certainly are able to can butternut squash!