Tree Nut Free Dried Apple Rings
Homemade dried apple rings are one of those snacks that feel almost too simple to be this satisfying — just fresh apples, warm spices, and a little patience. A quick soak in lemon water keeps the slices bright and prevents browning before they ever hit the oven, which means your finished rings look as good as they taste. The low-and-slow bake at 225°F coaxes out the apples' natural sweetness while cinnamon adds that cozy, familiar warmth. Store-bought dried fruit can be a minefield of shared facilities and surprise add-ins, so making your own means you know exactly what's in the bag. The result is chewy, lightly spiced, and deeply apple-forward — the kind of snack you'll find yourself reaching for all afternoon. Let them cool fully on the rack and they'll firm up into perfectly leathery rings that store beautifully 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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