Make pies to freeze and bake later. Making holiday pies has never been easier with this make ahead method to freeze pies and bake them later! Working ahead can be done with delicious results!
If you need a bigger head start of freezing pies and want to do it from an already-baked state, follow these steps to freeze a pie after baking it. Bake as directed and allow to cool completely. Place the pie in a freezer bag; seal, label, and freeze for up to 4 months. To serve, thaw at room temperature.
Entirely assemble the pie.
Line a pie plate with pie crust dough. Combine the fruit, sugar, and thickener for the filling. Spoon the filling into the bottom crust. Roll out and place the top crust over the filling, crimping the edges as desired. I always use standard Pyrex Glass Bakeware Pie Plate 9″ x 1.2″ Pack of 2
Wrap the assembled pie well and freeze immediately.
Wrap the assembled pie thoroughly in a double thickness of plastic wrap, pressing to the surface of the pie to release any air trapped between the plastic and the pie. Then wrap the pie again with aluminum foil. Doubling wrapping with both plastic wrap and aluminum foil creates a vapor barrier to help keep the moisture that causes freezer burn out. Label the wrapped pie and freeze on a level surface in the freezer. I have frozen pies for up to two months with good results.
How to Freeze a Pie
FAQ
Can you freeze an already cooked pie?
Do cooked fruit pies freeze well?
Which pies do not freeze well?
How do you store cooked cherry pie?
Can you freeze a cherry pie?
Make sure pie is in a freezer safe pan. Wrap in completely in plastic wrap. Aluminum foil can also be used. Place wrapped pie in a large freezer safe bag and seal being careful to remove all excess air. A vacuum sealer can also be used. Place pies in freezer. You can stack them the same way you would a baked cherry pie.
Is it safe to eat fresh cherries?
It is safe to consume fresh cherries. You should always check they are in good condition, free of fungus, and wash them well.
Do you need to refrigerate a cherry pie?
One you slice into your pie you will need to refrigerate it. Refrigerate: After you’ve enjoyed your delicious cherry pie, you can store the leftovers in your refrigerator. Simply cover the pie with plastic wrap or foil and place it in the fridge. It is best to consume the leftovers within four to five days for the freshest taste.
Can you freeze a whole pie?
Take the pie slices or whole pie and wrap with plastic freezer wrap. You can also add another layer of protection by also wrapping the plastic wrapper layer with aluminum foil. Now that the pieces/whole pie are wrapped, you can place them inside a freezer bag. You can try and squeeze out as much air as possible, before you seal the bag.