Paleo Homemade Fruit Leather
Elevate your snack game with this Paleo Homemade Fruit Leather—a naturally sweet, wholesome treat perfect for on-the-go or lunchbox-friendly snacking! Made with just three simple ingredients—fresh, ripe fruit, a splash of tangy lemon juice, and optional honey—this recipe is free from refined sugars and packed with real fruit flavor. The process is remarkably simple: blend your fruit into a smooth puree, spread it thinly, and let your oven work low-and-slow magic until the leather is perfectly chewy and pliable. With minimal prep time and endless customization options (think strawberries, mangoes, or raspberries), this healthy snack delivers a guilt-free way to satisfy your sweet tooth. Perfect for paleo lifestyles and anyone seeking a fun DIY snack!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh fruit (e.g., strawberries, raspberries, or mangoes)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, if the fruit isn't naturally sweet enough)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to the lowest setting, typically around 140°F (60°C).
Prepare a large baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Wash and prepare your fruit by removing stems, seeds, or skins if necessary.
Place the fruit into a blender or food processor. Add lemon juice and blend until a smooth puree forms.
Taste the puree to check the sweetness. Add honey if desired, blending again until fully incorporated.
Pour the fruit puree onto the prepared baking sheet. Use a spatula to spread the puree evenly into a thin layer, about 1/8 inch thick.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and let the fruit leather dry for approximately 5 hours. The fruit leather is ready when it is no longer sticky and peels easily from the parchment paper.
Once done, remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely.
Carefully peel the fruit leather from the parchment paper. You can use kitchen scissors to cut it into strips or desired shapes.
Store the fruit leather in an airtight container or wrap it individually in parchment paper for easy grab-and-go portions.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
351 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.4 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.3 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 74.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.9 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 973 mg | 21% | |
*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.
