Emulsifier Free Dried Apple Rings
Snacking doesn't get much cleaner than this — just fresh apples, a lemon water soak, and a dusting of warm spices standing between you and a genuinely satisfying treat. Store-bought dried fruit is one of those sneaky categories where emulsifiers and additives tend to creep in, often listed in tiny print on the back of the bag. Making your own at home means you know exactly what went into every ring. The lemon juice bath keeps the slices looking bright and fresh before they ever hit the oven, while the low-and-slow bake at 225°F coaxes out a naturally concentrated sweetness without any shortcuts. A little cinnamon — and optional nutmeg — gives each ring a cozy, almost autumnal warmth that makes them hard to stop eating. They firm up beautifully as they cool, landing somewhere between chewy and crisp, which is honestly the ideal dried fruit texture. Pack them into an airtight container and you've got a wholesome, additive-free snack ready to go whenever you need it.
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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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