Homemade Fruit Roll Ups (Printable)

Sweet, chewy fruit leather made with pure fruit. Healthy snack for all ages.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit Base

01 - 3 cups fresh or frozen strawberries, mango, raspberries, blueberries, peaches, or mixed fruit
02 - 2-3 tablespoons honey, maple syrup, or agave syrup (optional)
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

→ Equipment & Supplies

04 - Parchment paper or silicone baking mat for lining

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat your oven to 170°F or set a dehydrator to 135°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat, ensuring complete coverage to prevent sticking.
02 - In a blender or food processor, combine the fruit, sweetener (if using), and lemon juice. Blend on high speed until completely smooth, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure uniform texture.
03 - Pour the fruit puree onto the prepared baking sheet. Using an offset spatula or the back of a spoon, spread it into an even layer approximately 1/8-inch thick. The key is uniform thickness for consistent drying.
04 - Place the baking sheet in the oven or dehydrator. Dry for 4-6 hours, checking after 4 hours. The fruit leather is ready when it's no longer sticky to the touch and peels away easily from the liner. It should feel smooth and tack-free.
05 - Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, carefully peel the fruit leather off the liner in one piece. Transfer to a clean cutting board.
06 - Cut the fruit leather into strips using a sharp knife or kitchen scissors. 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 mysterious ingredients or preservatives you cannot pronounce
  • The flavor concentration is incredible, like eating perfectly ripe fruit in its most essential form
02 -
  • The puree must be spread thin and even or thicker spots will stay tacky while thinner parts over dry
  • Fruit that is naturally sweet needs no added sugar, trust your taste buds before adding sweetener
03 -
  • Start checking the fruit leather after 4 hours as ovens vary wildly in low temperature accuracy
  • If the edges dry faster than the center, trim them and return the center to finish drying

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