Homemade Fruit Roll Ups (Print Version)
Sweet, chewy fruit leather made with real fruit and no preservatives. A healthy snack everyone will love.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruit Base
01 - 3 cups fresh or frozen strawberries, mango, raspberries, blueberries, peaches, or mixed fruit
02 - 2-3 tbsp honey, maple syrup, or agave syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
03 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 170°F or set dehydrator to 135°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat.
02 - Combine fruit, sweetener, and lemon juice in a blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth, scraping down sides as needed.
03 - Pour fruit puree onto prepared baking sheet. Use an offset spatula to spread into an even layer approximately 1/8-inch thick, ensuring uniform thickness for consistent drying.
04 - Place baking sheet in oven or dehydrator. Dry for 4-6 hours, or until puree is no longer tacky to the touch and peels away easily from the liner without tearing.
05 - Remove from oven and cool completely. Peel fruit leather from liner and transfer to cutting board. Cut into strips using a sharp knife or kitchen scissors.
06 - Roll each strip individually in parchment paper to prevent sticking. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- You control exactly what goes into them, no mystery ingredients or stuff you cannot pronounce
- They are surprisingly forgiving, so even if the thickness is not perfect, they still taste incredible
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- Checking too often lets humidity in and can extend the drying time significantly
- The puree should be spread thinner than you think, because it puffs slightly as it dries
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- If you do not have parchment paper, a silicone baking mat works even better and is reusable forever
- Over ripe fruit that is too soft to eat fresh makes the sweetest, most flavorful roll ups