Black Pepper Free Vegan Dried Mango Slices
Chewy, tangy, and kissed with a hint of lime, these homemade dried mango slices are the kind of snack that disappears faster than you'd expect. Store-bought dried fruit can be a minefield of unexpected seasonings and spice blends, so making your own means you know exactly what's going in. The coating here is beautifully simple — fresh lime juice, maple syrup, and sea salt — with an optional pinch of chili powder for anyone who wants a gentle kick. Slicing the mangoes to a consistent quarter-inch thickness is the real secret to that perfect leathery chew, deeply orange and pliable without any wet, undercooked center. A low, slow oven does all the heavy lifting, and the result is a naturally sweet, plant-based treat with no mystery ingredients and no compromise on flavor. Let them cool completely before storing and they'll keep beautifully in an airtight container — if they last that long.
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4 servings
- 3 large ripe mangoes (about 3 lb total)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ tsp chili powder (optional)
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Heat the oven to 175°F (80°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set a wire rack on top of each.
- 2
Peel and pit the mangoes, then cut each into slices about 1/4 inch thick. Uniform thickness is important — thicker pieces will remain soft in the center while thinner ones dry evenly.
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