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Back to School Strawberry Fruit Roll-Ups Recipe

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  • Author: Sue
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 3 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings (about 2 large roll-ups)
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These homemade Back to School Strawberry Fruit Roll-Ups are a delicious and healthy snack made from fresh strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Slow-baked until perfectly leathery and not sticky, they make a fun and portable treat that's free from preservatives and artificial ingredients. Perfect for lunchboxes or anytime snacking, these fruit roll-ups combine natural sweetness with a chewy texture that kids and adults will love.

Ingredients

Fruit Roll-Up Mixture

  • 4 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 170°F (approximately 75°C). Prepare two large baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper and set them aside to use later.
  2. Prepare Strawberry Puree: In a blender, combine the chopped strawberries, granulated sugar, and fresh lemon juice. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth with no chunks remaining.
  3. Spread Mixture: Divide the smooth strawberry mixture evenly between the two prepared baking sheets. Using an offset spatula or a rubber spatula, spread the mixture out evenly to ensure uniform drying.
  4. Bake the Fruit Roll-Ups: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 3 to 3 1/2 hours or until the surface is no longer sticky and the fruit leather is leathery to the touch. Halfway through baking, after 1 1/2 hours, rotate the trays and turn them 180 degrees to ensure even drying.
  5. Cool and Slice: Once baked and cooled, let the fruit leather dry a bit more if needed. Then slice it into strips and roll each strip up with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  6. Store: Store the finished fruit roll-ups in an airtight container at room temperature for a convenient snack ready anytime.

Notes

  • Make sure to spread the puree evenly on the baking sheets for uniform drying to prevent some parts from drying too fast and others remaining sticky.
  • The drying time might vary based on your oven and thickness of the puree layer. Check after 3 hours for doneness.
  • Use fresh lemon juice to balance sweetness and enhance flavor, but you can adjust the amount slightly to preference.
  • You can experiment with other fruits using the same method for variety.
  • For easier rolling, use an offset spatula for spreading and parchment wrapping to avoid sticking.
  • Keep the fruit roll-ups stored in an airtight container to maintain freshness and texture.

Find it online: https://suerecipe.com/back-to-school-strawberry-fruit-roll-ups-recipe/