How to Make the Simplest 2-Ingredient Fruit Leather

Fruit leather, like the classic Fruit Roll-Ups, holds a special place in my heart as a nostalgic snack. But did you know you can easily recreate these tasty treats at home with just a few ingredients? With minimal effort, you can bring the fun of fruit leather strips right to your kitchen.

Even better, making fruit leather at home doesn’t require anything special—just a few basic ingredients and no fancy tools. The process is so simple, you’ll wonder why you haven’t been making it all along. All you need is your favorite fruit and a splash of lemon juice to preserve it naturally. Blend them together, spread the mixture on parchment paper, and bake at a low temperature for a few hours until it dries into that perfect leathery texture. The recipe is super flexible, so feel free to adjust sweetness or add in other fruits as you like.

For me, fruit leather isn’t just about recreating childhood favorites. As an avid gardener, it’s my favorite way to use up extra produce. And that’s saying something because I’m always making jams and preserves with my seasonal fruits. Right now, I’ve got an abundance of fresh blueberries, so for this recipe, I’m making blueberry fruit leather.

How to Make Fruit Leather in Your Oven

Ingredients

• 16 ounces fresh blueberries
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice 

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to its lowest setting, usually between 150 and 170°F.
2. Blend your fruit and lemon juice until smooth.
3. Spread the fruit mixture evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, then dehydrate in the oven until it becomes firm and moisture is gone, about 4 to 6 hours, depending on the thickness of your puree.
4. Once done, remove from the oven and let it cool completely. Cut into strips with a pizza cutter or knife and enjoy!