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Homemade Fruit Leather: Sugar-Free Kid Snacks

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Make your own fruit leather using seasonal fruit for a healthy, portable snack alternative to store-bought options.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh or frozen fruit (strawberries, mango, or apples work well)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, for color preservation)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to its lowest setting, usually between 170°F and 200°F. If you have a dehydrator, set it to 135°F.
  2. Prepare your fruit. If using frozen fruit, thaw it completely. Remove any seeds or large cores.
  3. Puree the fruit in a blender or food processor until completely smooth. Add the lemon juice now if you are using it.
  4. Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper. Lightly spray the mat or paper with non-stick cooking spray.
  5. Pour the fruit puree onto the prepared sheet. Spread it evenly into a thin layer, about 1/8 inch thick.
  6. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven or dehydrator.
  7. Bake or dehydrate for 4 to 8 hours. The time depends on your oven temperature and the moisture content of the fruit. You want the surface to be dry to the touch and not sticky.
  8. Once dry, carefully peel the fruit leather off the mat or paper.
  9. Cut the leather into strips using kitchen scissors or a pizza cutter.
  10. Roll up each strip tightly. If the leather is too sticky to roll, place it on a sheet of wax paper before rolling. Store the rolled fruit leather in wax paper or plastic wrap.

Notes

  • For a cleaner label, avoid adding any sugar; the fruit’s natural sweetness is usually enough.
  • If you want a slightly firmer texture, dry the leather for an extra hour.
  • This recipe makes excellent healthy snacks for lunch boxes.

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