How to Make Apricot Leather - A Step-by-Step Guide

As summer approaches, it's time to take advantage of the abundant fresh fruits available. One delicious way to preserve the season's bounty is by making apricot leather. This easy and delicious snack is perfect for on-the-go, and it's a great way to enjoy the sweet and tangy flavor of apricots all year round.

Apricot leather, also known as fruit leather, is a simple and healthy treat that is made by pureeing apricots and then drying the puree until it becomes a chewy, leathery texture...

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 2 cups pitted and diced fresh apricots
  • ½ cup white sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 6 hrs
  • Total Time: 6 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 14

  • Preheat the oven to 150 degrees F (165 degrees C), or the lowest setting you have.
  • Combine lemon juice, apricots, and sugar in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until sugar has dissolved. Transfer to a blender and puree until smooth.
  • Cover an 11x17-inch pan or cookie sheet with a layer of plastic wrap. Pour pureed fruit onto the prepared pan and spread evenly to within 1 inch of the edge.
  • Bake for 4 to 6 hours in the preheated oven, using a spoon or a pair of tongs to keep the door slightly ajar, or until puree has dried and is no longer sticky. Once dry, you can cut it into strips; store in an airtight container.
  • Nutrition

    39 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 0mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 3mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 62mg