Description
Recapture childhood nostalgia with these easy 3 Ingredient Homemade Fruit Roll Ups made from fresh fruit, honey or maple syrup, and lemon juice. Slow-baked to chewy perfection, these natural fruit leathers are a healthy, delicious snack that’s simple to make at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit Purée
- 4 cups fresh strawberries (or other fruit), hulled and chopped
Sweetener and Flavor
- 2–3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the fruit: Place the chopped strawberries into a blender or food processor and blend until completely smooth, pausing to scrape down the sides to ensure no chunks remain. A smooth purée ensures a smooth fruit leather.
- Sweeten and brighten: Add honey and lemon juice to the purée and blend briefly to combine. Taste the mixture and adjust the honey as needed depending on the sweetness of your fruit.
- Strain (optional): For an ultra-smooth texture, strain the purée through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds, though this step is optional.
- Spread evenly: Preheat your oven to 170°F (75°C) or the lowest temperature available. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Pour the fruit mixture onto the sheet and spread evenly into a thin, consistent layer about 1/8 inch thick to ensure even drying.
- Bake low and slow: Place the tray in the oven and bake for 4–6 hours until the fruit feels dry to the touch but remains slightly tacky without any wetness in the center. This slow baking process intensifies the fruit’s natural sweetness and flavor.
- Cool and roll: Allow the fruit sheet to cool completely. Using scissors or a sharp knife, cut into strips. Roll each strip with the parchment paper to create classic fruit roll-ups ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Use any fresh fruit you like, such as mango, peach, or mixed berries, adjusting sweetener accordingly.
- Straining the purée removes seeds for a smoother texture but is optional based on preference.
- Keep the fruit layer thin and evenly spread for consistent drying and best texture.
- Store finished roll-ups in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- Adjust the amount of honey or maple syrup based on the sweetness of the fruit used.
