Honey Free Cinnamon-Ginger Dried Apple Rings
These slow-baked apple rings are the kind of wholesome snack that makes you feel like you've got your life together. Thinly sliced apples get tossed in a bright mix of lemon juice, warm Ceylon cinnamon, and a touch of ground ginger before spending a few low-and-slow hours in the oven until they're perfectly chewy at the center and lightly crisp at the edges. The honey listed in the original recipe is entirely optional and easy to leave out — the spice blend and natural fruit sugars carry all the flavor you need without it. Ceylon cinnamon in particular has a softer, more floral warmth than the standard supermarket variety, and it pairs beautifully with the gentle heat of ginger. Choosing a naturally sweet apple like Fuji, Honeycrisp, or Gala means you're not missing any sweetness at all. Once cooled, the rings firm up nicely and store well in an airtight container, making them a great make-ahead snack for lunchboxes, road trips, or just grabbing off the counter when you need something satisfying.
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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)
Can be omittedhoney
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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