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Easy Homemade Fruit Roll-Ups with Real Strawberries

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A simple and wholesome recipe for homemade fruit roll-ups using fresh strawberries, perfect for a fun and healthy snack with a soft, chewy texture and vibrant flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (450g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) honey or maple syrup
  • Pinch of salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 170°F (75°C) or the lowest possible setting to gently dry the fruit leather.
  2. Rinse and hull about 3 cups (450g) of fresh strawberries. Slice them roughly to help with blending.
  3. Place the sliced strawberries on a baking sheet lined with parchment and roast for 10 minutes to intensify flavor (optional).
  4. Transfer roasted strawberries to a food processor or blender. Add granulated sugar, lemon juice, honey or maple syrup, and a pinch of salt if using. Blend until completely smooth. Add a teaspoon of water if mixture is too thick to spread.
  5. Pour the puree into a saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir constantly for about 5-7 minutes until it slightly thickens.
  6. Pour the thickened puree onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread evenly to about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thickness.
  7. Place the sheet in the oven and dry for 4-6 hours. Check every hour after 4 hours until edges peel away and center is no longer tacky.
  8. Let the fruit leather cool completely on the baking sheet. Peel off the parchment carefully and cut into strips or shapes.
  9. Roll the strips in parchment paper or plastic wrap and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

Roasting strawberries before pureeing enhances flavor. Use parchment paper instead of silicone mats to prevent sticking. Check drying progress after 4 hours and every 30 minutes thereafter to avoid brittleness. A food dehydrator can speed drying time. Chill roll-ups briefly if sticking to parchment before peeling.

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