In Week 4 of the 4 Weeks to Fill Your Freezer Challenge, you’ll bake yummy and healthy snacks and desserts to keep in your freezer!
Welcome to Week 4 of my 4 Weeks to Fill Your Freezer series! If you’re new, make sure to check out the other posts in this series:
Each week I made 5 different recipes to put in my freezer, to show you how easy it can be to make freezer meals. Even if it’s just a little at a time.
This last week is probably my favorite: snacks and desserts. Because I’m a huge sucker for sweet treats.
Three of these include chocolate in some form, which is nothing to complain about, right?
Scroll down to the bottom of the post to get to the recipes. Or keep reading if you want some extra tips on these!
Why Make Freezer Snacks?
Let’s get real. If I don’t have any snacks made up, I end up eating whatever’s in the house.
And then my child complains, and then it’s all over.
I have ADHD so it’s easy to forget to make snacks every week. That’s why, for me, it’s so crucial to stock up my freezer:
- It saves time: Making snacks in batches actually helps save time in the long run!
- It saves energy: You’ll always have something you can easily grab!
- It saves money: I’m less tempted to go out and buy something I don’t even need.
Tips for Freezing Snacks
- Label everything: Write the recipe name, the date, and cooking instructions if any. That way you’ll actually know what’s in the bag.
- Flash freeze: Lay your snacks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, then transfer to a freezer bag once completely frozen. This keeps them from sticking together.
- Thaw and/or reheat: Most of these do great just thawing in the fridge overnight. The chocolate chip cookies are the only ones you’ll need to actually bake before eating.
How to Store Freezer Snacks and Desserts
All of these can be stored in gallon-sized freezer bags! It’s best to flash freeze them first, as stated above.
Squeeze out as much air as possible to prevent freezer burn. They’ll stay fresh for up to 3 months!
FAQs
Do I need to wrap the baked goods before putting them in freezer bags?
You don’t have to, as long as you use them up within 3 months. If you feel better doing it though, then you can.
How do I thaw these quickly?
Most microwaves have a “defrost” setting. Use that in 30-second increments until your snacks have thawed enough to eat.
Can I bake the cookies first before freezing?
Yes, you can bake the Chocolate Chip Cookies first! I find it’s better to freeze them unbaked though, only because I love freshly-baked cookies.
Can I double these recipes?
Absolutely! It doesn’t take much more effort and time to double recipes. And you’ll just save yourself time so you won’t have to make more anytime soon!
Can I put these in my kids’ lunchboxes?
Yes, just place the frozen snacks in their lunchbox and they should be thawed by lunchtime!
Do frozen snacks taste the same as fresh?
In my opinion, yes. As long as they’re eating within that 3-month timeframe of being in the freezer.
4 Weeks to Fill Your Freezer Week 4: Snacks and Dessert
Cookies in the freezer? Yes please! These Freezer Chocolate Chip Cookies are the perfect dessert to keep on hand at all times!
Need a quick, healthy snack? These Peanut Butter Energy Bites are freezer friendly and portable, great for pre-workout or afternoon snacks!
These healthy Cinnamon Banana Muffins make a delicious, portable breakfast or snack! They're freezer friendly and use only one bowl for easy cleanup!
This Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread is the perfect Fall treat! It's full of healthy ingredients, freezer friendly, and good for breakfast or snacks!
These Carrot Cake Cookies are an easy healthy treat! Full of good ingredients and freezer friendly, you'll even want to eat these for breakfast!
Grocery List
- 1 ½ cups + 1/3 cup all purpose flour
- 3 ½ cup white whole wheat flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ teaspoon salt + ½ teaspoon + ? teaspoon
- 1 ½ stick butter + 2 tablespoons
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- 6 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 6 eggs
- 5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups chocolate chips
- ¾ cup peanut butter
- 2 ¾ cup rolled oats
- 1 cup honey
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 can pumpkin puree
- ½ cup applesauce
- 1 cup maple syrup + ? cup
- 3 bananas
- ¼ cup milk
- 3 teaspoons cinnamon
- ¾ cup shredded carrots
Freezer Supplies
- 1 quart-sized freezer bag
- 4 gallon-sized freezer bags
- Permanent marker
Click here for a printable PDF grocery list
Jaime is a Nutrition Coach through the ISSA and professional writer. She has 4 years experience coaching and 9 years experience in writing. She enjoys cooking easy meals, running, and learning more about food.
Jaime specializes in helping women with ADHD learn to meal plan and cook healthier meals without getting overwhelmed.
