Black Pepper Free Dried Apple Rings
Dried apple rings are one of those snacks that feel almost too simple to be this satisfying — naturally sweet, lightly spiced, and wonderfully chewy with just the right amount of crispness at the edges. A quick soak in lemon water keeps the slices bright and prevents browning before they ever hit the oven, which means the finished rings look as good as they taste. Warm cinnamon and a hint of nutmeg do all the flavoring work here, so the ingredient list stays short and completely free of any peppercorn-derived spices. That matters more than you might think, since many store-bought dried fruit snacks and spice blends sneak in unexpected seasonings that can be hard to spot on a label. The low-and-slow oven method coaxes out the apples' natural sugars and transforms thin slices into leathery, concentrated bites that are endlessly snackable. They firm up even more as they cool on the rack, so patience pays off before you reach for the airtight container. Pack them in a lunchbox, layer them on a cheese board, or just eat them straight — they disappear fast either way.
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6 servings
- 4 medium apples (such as fuji, honeycrisp, or gala)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 cups water
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 225°F (107°C). Set wire racks on two rimmed baking sheets and set aside.
- 2
Stir the lemon juice into the water in a large bowl. Using a mandoline or a sharp knife, slice the cored apples crosswise into rings about 1/8-inch (3mm) thick. Drop each ring into the lemon water as you go to prevent browning.
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