Fruit Leather No Dehydrator Needed
Satisfy your snack cravings with homemade **Fruit Leather**—no dehydrator required! This simple, kid-friendly recipe transforms fresh, ripe fruit into a naturally sweet and delightfully chewy treat that's perfect for lunchboxes or on-the-go snacking. Using just three wholesome ingredients—fresh fruit, a touch of honey or maple syrup, and a splash of lemon juice—this healthy alternative to store-bought snacks boasts bold, fruity flavors without added preservatives. With your oven set at a low temperature, you’ll create a perfectly pliable fruit leather that’s easy to roll and store. Whether you’re working with strawberries, mango, or mixed berries, this recipe is endlessly customizable and surprisingly easy. Plus, it’s a budget-friendly way to make better use of your produce!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Fresh fruit (e.g., strawberries, mango, or mixed berries)
- 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 170°F (75°C) or the lowest setting it allows. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Wash and prepare the fruit by removing stems, seeds, and pits as necessary. For larger fruits, cut them into smaller pieces.
In a blender or food processor, combine the fruit, honey or maple syrup, and lemon juice. Blend until completely smooth.
Pour the puree onto the prepared baking sheet. Spread it evenly using a spatula to ensure uniform thickness, ideally about 1/8-inch thick.
Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 3-4 hours. Check periodically after 3 hours to ensure the leather is drying evenly and not overcooking. The fruit leather is done when it is dry to the touch but still pliable.
Remove from the oven and let the fruit leather cool completely on the sheet. Once cool, gently peel it off the parchment or mat.
Cut the fruit leather into strips or squares using a sharp knife or scissors. Roll the strips up with parchment paper for easy storage, if desired.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
309 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.9 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 70.5 g | ||
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 627 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
