
Thin, caramelized, and satisfyingly crunchy, these baked apple chips hit that sweet-and-spiced snack craving without any of the processed additives hiding in store-bought versions. Many packaged fruit snacks and chips contain preservatives or synthetic coatings that can be a real concern for anyone keeping their routine clean and ingredient-conscious ā making a homemade batch the obvious move. The magic here comes from slicing the apples paper-thin and baking them low and slow, coaxing out their natural sugars until the edges curl and the texture turns genuinely crisp. A light brush of maple syrup, a dusting of Ceylon cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt are all it takes to elevate simple fruit into something that feels almost indulgent. Ceylon cinnamon is a thoughtful choice over the more common cassia variety, and every ingredient on this short list is exactly what it sounds like ā no fillers, no mystery. Let them cool completely on the rack before you dig in, because that final rest is what takes them from chewy to perfectly snappy. These are the kind of snacks you'll want to keep a batch of on the counter all week.
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Preheat the oven to 225°F (107°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
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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