Strawberry Fruit Leather - Oven Method

Fruit leather rolled up and placed on a plate.

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Strawberry Fruit Leather - Oven Method

This homemade strawberry fruit leather (aka healthier fruit roll ups!) is easy to make in the oven with just strawberries and a touch of honey. A fun, chewy snack kids love!

Prep Time20

Cook Time3

Total Time3 20

Course: Snack

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 20kcal

Author: Catherine McCord

Ingredients

3 cups strawberries, stems removed
1 tablespoon honey or agave (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 225°F.
Place the strawberries in a blender and blend until completely smooth. Taste the puree and, if needed, add honey or agave to sweeten. If your berries are super sweet, you can skip the sweetener.
Pour the puree onto a baking sheet lined with a Silpat or other silicone baking mat. Use a spoon or spatula to spread the mixture into a smooth, even layer (not too thick or too thin). This might take some experimenting to get just right!
Bake for 2–3 hours, or until the fruit leather is dry to the touch and no longer sticky. Bake time will vary depending on your oven and the thickness of the mixture. Start checking on it after the 2 hour mark every 15 minutes or so!
The fruit leather will feel firm when it first comes out of the oven. Let it sit at room temperature to soften for at least 2 hours (overnight works even better).
Once softened, peel the fruit leather off the Silpat. Place it on top of a sheet of parchment paper, then cut it into strips. Roll up each strip with the parchment paper. This helps keep them from sticking and makes them easy to grab and go.

Notes

Use a silicone baking mat. A Silpat helps the fruit leather release cleanly. It's really the key to perfect fruit leather! Parchment works, but the texture may not be as smooth and it can cook less even.
Spread evenly! Uneven puree leads to overcooked edges or sticky centers. A thin, consistent layer is key. I aim for about 1/4 inch thick.
Check early. Start checking at the 2-hour mark. Every oven is different, and a few minutes can make a big difference!
Let it rest. It will feel stiff right out of the oven, but give it time to soften. I’ve had the best texture when letting it sit overnight.
Roll with parchment. Once cooled, place it on top of parchment before cutting into strips and rolling. This keeps them from sticking and makes them perfect for on-the-go snacking.
Have a dehydrator? If you make fruit leather often, it might be worth investing in one. I use mine all the time! It makes the process even easier. Check out my recipe for Strawberry Fruit Leather in the Dehydrator if you’ve got one at home.

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