Cashew Free Dried Apple Rings
Warm cinnamon, a hint of nutmeg, and the natural sweetness of Fuji, Honeycrisp, or Gala apples come together in a snack that feels almost nostalgic the moment it hits your nose. A quick soak in lemon water keeps the rings bright and beautiful before they go into the oven, where a long, low bake slowly transforms them into chewy, leathery rounds with just the right amount of chew. The ingredient list is refreshingly short — just apples, lemon juice, and a couple of warm spices — so there's zero guesswork about what's actually in your snack. Store-bought dried fruit can be a minefield of shared facilities and surprise additives, but making your own at home puts you completely in control. These rings are endlessly snackable on their own, but they're also fantastic tucked into a lunchbox, layered into oatmeal, or crumbled over yogurt. Let them cool fully on the rack before storing and they'll keep beautifully in an airtight container for days.
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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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