Description
Delicious Dried Peaches capture the essence of summer in every chewy bite, offering a sweet and nutritious snack that’s perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare and wonderfully versatile, these homemade treats can elevate your trail mix, enhance your breakfast bowls, or simply satisfy your sweet cravings on the go. Discover how to make these delightful snacks with just a few simple ingredients and methods.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ripe peaches
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp honey (optional)
Instructions
- Wash the peaches thoroughly and slice them in half, removing the pit.
- Cut each peach half into thin wedges (about 1/4 inch thick).
- In a bowl, mix lemon juice with a bit of water and soak the peach slices for 5 minutes to prevent browning.
- Choose your drying method:
- – Oven: Preheat to 135°F (60°C). Arrange slices on parchment-lined baking sheets and bake for 6-8 hours until leathery.
- – Dehydrator: Place slices on trays without touching each other. Set at 135°F (60°C) and dry for 8-12 hours.
- Once dried, cool completely before storing in airtight containers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Varies (Oven: 6-8 hours / Dehydrator: 8-12 hours)
- Category: Snack
- Method: Dehydrating/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg