Homemade Fruit Leather
Transform fresh fruit into a delicious, all-natural snack with this easy Homemade Fruit Leather recipe! Perfectly chewy and fruity, this recipe uses simple ingredients like ripe strawberries, apples, or peaches, a touch of honey or sugar, and a splash of lemon juice to enhance the flavor. Gently simmered and pureed, the fruit is then dried at a low temperature to create a nutrient-packed treat that’s free of preservatives and additives. With just 20 minutes of prep and a little patience, you’ll have a healthy, customizable snack ideal for school lunches, hiking trips, or midday cravings. Plus, it stores beautifully for up to two weeks! Say goodbye to store-bought versions and hello to your new favorite DIY snack.
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Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh fruit (e.g., strawberries, apples, or peaches)
- 2 tablespoons honey or sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup water
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 140°F (or the lowest setting possible). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Step 2
Wash and prepare the fruit by removing any seeds, stems, or pits, and cut it into small pieces.
Step 3
Place the fruit in a medium saucepan with 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the fruit is soft, about 10-15 minutes.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from heat. Puree the fruit mixture using an immersion blender or transfer to a blender to process until smooth. Be cautious if the mixture is hot.
Step 5
Add 2 tablespoons of honey or sugar and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to the fruit puree. Blend until well mixed.
Step 6
Pour the fruit mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it evenly to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
Step 7
Place the baking sheet in the oven. Let the fruit leather dry for 6-8 hours. The fruit leather is done when not sticky to the touch and peels away easily from the parchment or mat.
Step 8
Once cooled, use a kitchen knife or scissors to cut the fruit leather into strips or as desired. Roll them up in parchment paper to store.
Step 9
Store the fruit leather in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks or refrigerate for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 747 grams (747.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 311 |
| Total Fat 0.60g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat 0.30g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 12mg | 1% |
| Total Carbohydrate 80.60g | 29% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.00g | 32% |
| Total Sugars 70.80g | |
| Protein 2.70g | 5% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 77mg | 6% |
| Iron 1mg | 6% |
| Potassium 487mg | 10% |
Source of Calories