Capsaicin Free Mango-Lime Fruit Leather
Bright, tangy, and naturally sweet, this mango-lime fruit leather is the kind of snack that feels like a treat without any of the junk. Fresh mango gets blended smooth with lime juice, a touch of honey, ground ginger, and a pinch of sea salt before being spread thin and slow-dried in the oven until perfectly pliable. For anyone managing capsaicin sensitivity, packaged fruit snacks and even some "natural flavor" products can be a minefield — this one is made entirely from whole, simple ingredients you can see and trust. The slow, low-heat drying method is what makes it work: patience here means a chewy, rollable leather that peels cleanly off the mat without cracking or sticking. A little lime zest stirred in takes the citrus brightness up another notch if you're feeling fancy. Roll the strips in parchment, tuck them into an airtight container, and you've got a week's worth of snacking sorted — no label-reading required.
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8 servings
- 3 cups fresh or thawed frozen mango chunks (about 3 medium mangoes)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ⅛ tsp fine sea salt
- ½ tsp lime zest (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 170°F (77°C). If your oven's lowest setting is 200°F (93°C), set it there and prop the door open slightly with a wooden spoon. Line an 18x13-inch rimmed baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper.
- 2
Combine the mango, lime juice, honey, ground ginger, salt, and lime zest (if using) in a blender or food processor. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 1 minute, scraping down the sides once.
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