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Peach fruit leather on plate

Easy Peach Fruit Leather (Gluten-Free, Vegan)

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  • Author: Felicia Lim
  • Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This homemade peach fruit leather transforms sweet summer peaches into naturally sweetened chewy fruit roll ups, without artificial flavors or preservatives. Perfect for school lunch boxes, or a healthy afternoon snack that kids and the whole family will love. Naturally gluten-free and vegan too.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 peaches, pitted and cut (approximately 4 cups cut peaches)
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash, Pit & Cut Peaches: Wash the peaches thoroughly under cold water. Remove the pits and cut the peaches into small pieces. You may peel them if desired (peeling gives a smoother texture, but it’s optional and based on personal preference).
  2. Combine Peaches & Honey in Blender: Place the peach pieces into a high-speed blender or food processor. Add the honey. If you like, you can also add a splash of lemon juice to help preserve color and add a hint of brightness.
  3. Blend Until Smooth: Blend the mixture on high speed until completely smooth and uniform in texture. Pass the peach puree through a fine-mesh sieve to ensure there are no chunks or unblended pieces left.
  4. Preheat & Line: Preheat the oven to 175F (80C) and line a large baking sheet with a silicon baking mat (silpat).
  5. Spread Peach Puree on Baking Sheet: Pour the puréed peach mixture onto the mat and use a spatula to spread it evenly across the surface. Aim for an even thickness of about 3–4 mm. Avoid spreading it too thick, as this will cause uneven or overly long drying times.
  6. Dry Peach Mixture in Oven: Place the baking sheet on the middle rack and let the pureed peach mixture oven dry for about 7 to 8 hours. The final texture should be firm and slightly sticky to the touch, but not wet. It should feel flexible and leathery.
  7. Let Fruit Leather Cool: Remove the tray from the oven and allow the fruit leather to cool for a few minutes. It should come off the silicone mat easily once cooled slightly.
  8. Cut into Strips and Roll Up: Cut the fruit leather into strips about 1–2 inches wide. Roll them up, either on their own or with parchment paper.
  9. Store: Store the rolled peach fruit leather in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Make sure the container is well-sealed to prevent moisture from softening the fruit leather over time.

Notes

Peaches: I used fresh peaches, but frozen peaches will work too.

Maple Syrup: I used maple syrup to naturally sweeten the peach puree and keep it vegan, but you can also use agave nectar instead. Alternatively, if you are not vegan, you can use honey instead.

Lemon Juice: Fresh lemon juice can add a bit of extra tanginess to the fruit leather.

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Category: Snacks
  • Method: Baking

Find it online: https://www.dishbydish.net/peach-fruit-leather/