Mushroom Free Cherry Fruit Leather
Tart-sweet and deeply fruity, this homemade cherry fruit leather is the kind of snack that feels indulgent but is made from nothing but real, wholesome ingredients. Fresh or frozen cherries get blended with honey, a squeeze of lemon juice, and an optional whisper of Ceylon cinnamon before being spread thin and slow-dried in the oven until perfectly pliable. The straining step is what makes the texture so smooth and satisfying — no gritty bits, just a glossy, jewel-toned sheet that peels away cleanly and rolls up beautifully. Store-bought fruit snacks are often a minefield of additives and mystery flavors, so making your own means you know exactly what's going in. This is a naturally mushroom-free treat with zero risk of hidden fungal-derived ingredients that sometimes sneak into processed snack foods. Kids and adults alike will reach for these strips again and again, and the deep cherry flavor speaks entirely for itself.
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8 servings
- 2 lb fresh or frozen pitted sweet or tart cherries, thawed if frozen
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 170°F (77°C), or as low as your oven will go (up to 200°F / 93°C). Line an 18×13-inch rimmed baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper.
- 2
Combine the cherries, honey, lemon juice, and Ceylon cinnamon (if using) in a blender or food processor. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 1 minute.
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