Pregnancy Friendly Cherry Fruit Leather
Tart-sweet and deeply satisfying, this homemade fruit leather hits that craving-for-something-chewy spot in the most wholesome way possible. It's made with real cherries, a touch of honey, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice — nothing artificial, nothing mysterious on the label. Store-bought fruit snacks can be a minefield of added sugars, dyes, and preservatives that give you pause when you're being more mindful about what you eat, so making your own is genuinely worth it. The optional Ceylon cinnamon is a thoughtful detail — Ceylon is the milder, lower-coumarin variety, which is the smarter pick when you're being careful about what goes into your body. The process is slow and low in the oven, letting the purée dry into a pliable, glossy sheet that peels away cleanly and rolls up into perfectly snackable strips. Cherries bring natural antioxidants and a gorgeous deep color, and the whole thing comes together with just a blender, a baking sheet, and a little patience. It's the kind of snack you'll want to keep stashed in your bag at all times.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
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.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!