Sesame Free Dried Apple Rings
Snack aisles are full of dried fruit products that carry unexpected allergen warnings, but making your own means you know exactly what went into the bag. These oven-dried apple rings come together with just a handful of wholesome ingredients — fresh apples, lemon juice, cinnamon, and a pinch of nutmeg — so there's nothing hidden and nothing to second-guess. The low-and-slow bake draws out the natural sweetness of varieties like Fuji or Honeycrisp, concentrating that bright, fruity flavor into a satisfyingly chewy ring with lightly spiced edges. A quick dip in lemon water keeps the slices looking beautiful before they ever hit the oven. The result is a snack that feels almost like candy but is genuinely just fruit and spice. Pack them in lunchboxes, tuck them into trail mix, or eat them straight off the cooling rack — they firm up as they cool and keep well in an airtight container.
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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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