Here’s a super simple, healthy, and sweet snack recipe: Oven-Dried Strawberries! 🍓 Low and slow baking turns juicy strawberries into chewy, naturally sweet fruit chips—like candy, but better for you.
🍓 Oven-Dried Strawberries
✅ No dehydrator needed
✅ Naturally sweet—no added sugar
✅ Great for snacks, granola, or topping yogurt
🧂 Ingredients:
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1–2 lbs fresh strawberries, hulled
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(Optional) a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness
🔥 Instructions:
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Preheat the Oven:
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Set oven to 200°F (95°C).
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Line baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
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Prepare the Strawberries:
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Wash and hull the strawberries.
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Slice evenly into ⅛ to ¼ inch slices. Thinner = crispier, thicker = chewier.
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Optional Step:
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Lightly spritz or brush with lemon juice to enhance flavor and preserve color.
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Arrange & Bake:
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Lay slices in a single layer on your baking sheet—no overlapping.
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Bake for 2–3 hours, flipping halfway through.
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Time depends on thickness and desired texture (chewy vs. crisp).
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They’re done when dry to the touch with a leathery or slightly crisp texture.
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Cool & Store:
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Let cool completely on the tray—they’ll continue to firm up as they cool.
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Store in an airtight container at room temp for 3–5 days (or freeze for longer shelf life).
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🌟 Tips:
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Check them often toward the end of baking to avoid burning.
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Try with other berries or even thinly sliced kiwi or apples.
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Great for kids’ lunchboxes, trail mix, or DIY cereal mix!
Would you like a dehydrator version, chocolate-dipped idea, or a way to use them in baking?
