Easy Homemade Fruit Roll-Ups Recipe for a Perfect Fresh Snack
This easy homemade fruit roll-ups recipe transforms fresh fruit into a chewy, sweet, and tangy snack perfect for all ages. Made with simple ingredients and dried to perfection, these roll-ups are a wholesome alternative to store-bought snacks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours 35 minutes to 6 hours 35 minutes
- Yield: About 8-10 fruit roll-up strips 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh fruit, chopped (strawberries, mangoes, peaches, or a mix)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (optional; can substitute honey or maple syrup)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Non-stick cooking spray or parchment paper for lining baking sheet
Instructions
- Wash, peel (if needed), and chop 3 cups of fresh fruit into small chunks.
- In a medium saucepan, combine chopped fruit, sugar (or preferred sweetener), lemon juice, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until fruit breaks down and mixture thickens, about 10-15 minutes.
- Transfer cooked fruit to a blender or use an immersion blender and puree until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh sieve if a seedless texture is desired. Add vanilla extract if using and blend briefly.
- Line a rimmed baking sheet (about 9×13 inches) with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.
- Pour fruit puree onto prepared baking sheet and spread evenly to about 1/8 inch thickness.
- Dry in an oven preheated to 140°F (60°C) with the door slightly ajar for 4-6 hours, or use a food dehydrator following manufacturer instructions. The fruit leather should be dry to the touch but pliable.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely. Peel from parchment and cut into strips or shapes.
- Roll strips in parchment paper and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks or refrigerate for longer freshness.
Notes
If using frozen fruit, thaw and drain excess liquid before cooking. Adjust sugar based on fruit sweetness or omit for no added sugar. Keep oven door slightly ajar during drying to allow moisture to escape. Drying time varies with thickness and fruit type. Roll-ups should be pliable, not sticky or brittle. Store rolled in parchment in airtight container. Refrigerate for longer freshness and soften chilled roll-ups by warming in hands or resting at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: One fruit roll-up st
- Calories: 7090
- Sugar: 14
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 2
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