Description
Craft delightful and healthy homemade fruit roll-ups with this easy recipe. Control ingredients for a truly nutritious and customizable snack that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 2–3 cups fresh or frozen fruit (e.g., strawberries, mangoes, peaches, apples), washed and chopped
- 1–2 tsp fresh lemon juice
- Optional: 1-2 tbsp honey, maple syrup, or sugar substitute (to taste)
- Optional: 1/4 tsp vanilla extract or a pinch of spice (e.g., cinnamon)
Instructions
- Prep Fruit: Wash, core (if necessary), and chop your fruit.
- Blend: Combine fruit, lemon juice, and any optional sweeteners/flavorings in a high-speed blender. Blend until perfectly smooth.
- Spread: Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper. Pour the fruit puree onto the sheet and spread evenly, about 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick.
- Dehydrate: For oven, bake at 170-200°F (75-95°C) with the door slightly ajar for 3-6 hours. For dehydrator, follow appliance instructions (typically 135°F/57°C for 6-12 hours). It’s done when pliable and non-sticky.
- Cut & Roll: Once cooled, peel the fruit leather from the lining. Cut into strips and roll in fresh parchment paper for storage.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 3-6 hours (dehydration)