Capsaicin Free Cinnamon-Ginger Dried Apple Rings
Warm spice and sweet fruit come together in these slow-baked apple rings that feel like autumn in every bite. Ceylon cinnamon and fresh ginger give them a fragrant, gently spiced flavor without any heat — making them a perfect snack for anyone who needs to avoid capsaicin entirely. So many spiced snacks and dried fruit blends sneak in chili powder or cayenne for kick, but this recipe keeps things completely free of that concern. A quick toss in lemon juice, honey, and those two mellow spices is all the prep you need before the oven does the slow, patient work. Fuji, Honeycrisp, or Gala apples all hold up beautifully to the low-and-slow bake, turning from juicy rounds into chewy, lightly crisped rings with caramelized edges. Letting them cool on the rack is the final step that takes them from soft to satisfyingly snappy. Store them in an airtight container and you've got a wholesome, naturally sweet treat ready to grab whenever the craving hits.
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4 servings
- 3 large apples (such as fuji, honeycrisp, or gala)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 225°F (107°C). Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper and set a wire rack on top of each.
- 2
Using a mandoline or a sharp knife, slice the cored apples crosswise into rounds about 1/8-inch (3mm) thick. Discard any seeds from the center slices.
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