Pear Fruit Leathers
Servings: 6 pieces
These pear fruit leathers are a fun snack to have on hand for hikes and lunch boxes. With just a few simple ingredients and some patience, you’ll be treated to homemade fruit roll ups!
Ingredients
- 1 pound pears (about 3)
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Peel the pears and cut them into 1-inch chunks. Transfer to a pot with the sugar and lemon juice. Simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes, until the pears are soft and have released their juices.1 pound pears, 3 tablespoons sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Carefully transfer the pears into a blender or food processor and process until completely smooth. Taste for sweetness and add additional sugar if needed.
- Spread the puree on a lined baking sheet or solid dehydrator tray. The trick to fruit leathers is to spread the puree so the edges are a little thicker than the middle—it will dry from the outside in, so this helps to ensure it will all finish at the same time.To dry in the oven: Place the baking sheet in the oven at the lowest temperature the oven can go. Prop the door open with a wooden spoon to allow moisture to escape (be careful if you have curious pets or children!).To dry in a dehydrator: Place the puree in the dehydrator and set it to 135°F.
- Dehydrate for a few hours until the fruit leather is no longer tacky and can be peeled up in one piece (approximately 3 hours in an oven or 4 ½-5 hours in a dehydrator1).
- Transfer the leather to a piece of parchment paper and roll it up. Using a pair of scissors, cut into snack-sized pieces.
- Store in an airtight container or zip-top bag for up to a few weeks.
Notes
Note 1: These times are just guidelines; exact time will depend on if you use an oven or dehydrator, the humidity level in your house, etc.
