Nitrate & Nitrite Free Crispy Apple Chips
Thin-sliced and slow-baked until they shatter with every bite, these apple chips are the kind of snack that disappears faster than you'd expect. A light brush of maple syrup brings out the natural sweetness of Fuji or Honeycrisp apples, while Ceylon cinnamon adds a warm, floral spice that feels a little more refined than the usual variety. A pinch of sea salt ties it all together and keeps things from tasting one-note. For anyone navigating a diet that rules out cured meats and processed snacks ā where preservatives like nitrates and nitrites tend to hide ā having a genuinely satisfying alternative in your back pocket is a big deal. These chips are made entirely from whole, unprocessed ingredients with nothing added beyond what's listed. The low-and-slow oven method does all the work, drawing out moisture gradually so you get that satisfying crunch without any dehydrator required. Let them cool completely on the rack and they'll crisp up beautifully, ready to snack on straight or pack alongside a clean lunch.
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4 servings
- 2 large apples (such as fuji or honeycrisp), cored
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- Ā½ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 225Ā°F (107Ā°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2
Using a mandoline or a sharp knife, slice the cored apples crosswise into rounds about 1/16-inch (1.5mm) thick ā as uniform as possible so they dry at the same rate.
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