Homemade Fruit Roll Ups (Print Version)
Sweet, chewy, and bursting with real fruit flavor—no preservatives or artificial colors, just pure fruity goodness!
# 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, adjust to taste)
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 170°F or set dehydrator to 135°F. Line rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat.
02 - Combine fruit, sweetener if using, and lemon juice in blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
03 - Pour puree onto prepared baking sheet. Use spatula to spread into even layer approximately 1/8-inch thick.
04 - Place baking sheet in oven or dehydrator. Dry for 4-6 hours until puree is no longer sticky and peels away easily from liner.
05 - Remove from oven and cool completely. Peel fruit leather from liner and transfer to cutting board. Cut into strips using sharp knife or kitchen scissors.
06 - Roll each strip in parchment paper to prevent sticking. Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- You control exactly what goes into them no mystery ingredients or artificial colors
- The texture is incredibly satisfying and chewy like candy but made entirely from real fruit
02 -
- Too thin and it becomes brittle too thick and it stays gummy in the middle
- The puree looks deceptively thick at first but spreads further than you expect
03 -
- A little applesauce helps softer fruits set into a stable leather
- Pour the puree slowly and let gravity help you spread it evenly