Prep time
10 min
These fun fruity snacks add a bit of playfulness to your day. They make a great addition to packed lunches. Try using different combinations of fruits that are in season to boost taste.
Cook time
420 min
Servings
10
Prep time
10 min
Cook time
420 min
Servings
10
Ingredients
- 750 mL (3 cups) frozen berries or other frozen fruits
- 30 mL (2 tbsp) lemon juice
- 30 mL (2 tbsp) maple syrup or honey
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 75 °C (170 °F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, set aside.
- In a medium-sized pot, add all ingredients and warm over medium-low heat until fruit starts to break down and is warmed through, between 10 and 15 minutes.
- Transfer mixture to a blender. Remove the centre piece of the blender lid; cover the hole with a kitchen cloth to prevent splashing and to allow heat to escape. Blend until smooth.
- Spread mixture evenly onto prepared baking sheet and place into the oven. Bake for 6 ½ to 8 hours, or until dry to the touch. The fruit leathers may be dry on the top before the bottom, so cut a small piece towards the middle to check for doneness.
- Once cooked through, allow to cool and then using a pizza cutter, or knife, slice into rectangles.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Peel off the parchment paper before eating.
Recipe highlights
Tips
- Use any combination of frozen fruits you have at home.
- Try adding a pinch of ground cinnamon or ground ginger for flavour!
- For added fibre, stir in some chia seeds!
- Little chefs can use cookie cutters to cut the fruit leathers into fun shapes like stars or hearts.
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