Description
Thinly sliced apples baked at a low temperature until they become crisp, creating a wholesome and crunchy alternative to store-bought chips that’s perfect for a healthy snack.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 apples, cored and sliced 1/8 inch thick
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- Optional: 1 tsp coconut sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 225 °F (110 °C) to ensure a low and slow baking process that will dry the apples without burning them.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and arrange the apple slices in a single layer, making sure they do not overlap for even baking.
- Season: Sprinkle the apple slices evenly with cinnamon and, if desired, sprinkle with coconut sugar for a touch of sweetness.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 2 hours, flipping the apple slices halfway through the cooking time to ensure both sides dry out evenly and become crisp.
- Cool and Crisp: After baking, remove the slices from the oven and let them cool completely to allow the crisp texture to set. For extra crispness, you may leave the oven door slightly ajar during baking.
Notes
- Leaving the oven door slightly ajar during baking helps moisture escape and results in extra crisp apple chips.
- Use apples that are firm and not overly ripe for the best texture.
- Store the cooled apple chips in an airtight container to maintain their crispness.
- You can experiment with additional spices like nutmeg or allspice for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
