Lupin Free Dried Apple Rings
Crisp, chewy, and warmly spiced, these oven-dried apple rings are the kind of wholesome snack that feels almost too simple to be this satisfying. A quick soak in lemon water keeps the slices bright and prevents browning before they ever hit the oven, while a dusting of cinnamon and optional nutmeg gives each ring a cozy, almost autumnal depth. The low-and-slow bake at 225°F does all the heavy lifting — patience is really the only special skill required. Because the ingredient list is just fresh apples, lemon juice, water, and spices, there's zero guesswork about hidden additives or problematic flours that can sneak into packaged dried fruit products. The finished rings come out leathery and pliable with concentrated apple flavor that puts store-bought versions to shame. Let them cool fully on the rack and they firm up beautifully, ready to be tucked into an airtight container for snacking all week long.
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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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