Walnut Free Cherry Fruit Leather
Fruit leather made from scratch hits differently than the store-bought kind — no mystery ingredients, no waxy texture, just pure concentrated cherry flavor in every chewy strip. Sweet or tart cherries get blended with honey, a squeeze of fresh 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 this one special, giving you a silky-smooth purée that dries evenly and peels off the mat in one gorgeous, glossy sheet. For anyone navigating tree nut concerns, this recipe is refreshingly straightforward — every ingredient is clean and easy to verify, with zero need to scrutinize labels for hidden additives or shared-facility warnings. The result is a naturally sweet, deeply fruity snack that rolls up neatly into portable strips, making it ideal for lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon pick-me-up. It's the kind of homemade treat that feels a little impressive but is genuinely simple to pull off.
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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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