Fruit Leather (Apple & Strawberry Fruit Roll-Ups)
Looking for an easy, healthy snack that fits your fruit leather recipe routine? This fruit leather is naturally grain-free, gluten-free and dairy-free, made with whole ingredients you can pronounce. It’s one of our favorite paleo recipes for anyone following a paleo diet — quick to prepare, packed with protein and healthy fats, and guaranteed to keep you full and energized.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Time: 10 minutes prep, 480 minutes cook
- Servings: 1 batch
- Diet: Paleo, gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free
- Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- 2 large apples
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup distilled water
Instructions
- Core and dice the apples.
- Add the apples, strawberries, 1/4 cup distilled water and cinnamon to a blender; blend for 30 seconds until smooth.
- Pour the mixture onto a Teflex sheet (or parchment-lined dehydrator tray) and place in a dehydrator.
- Dehydrate for 6–8 hours.
- Remove and flip the fruit.
- Dehydrate for another 4–6 hours until dry and pliable.
Tips & Variations
No dehydrator? Spread the purée thinly on parchment and bake at the lowest oven temperature (about 150°F/65°C) with the door ajar for 3–4 hours.
Nutrition & Health Benefits
This recipe uses only whole, unprocessed ingredients — no grains, no refined sugar, no industrial seed oils. It’s naturally rich in protein and healthy fats, making it an excellent choice for weight loss, stable energy and digestive health. Because it’s grain-free and dairy-free, it also works well for people with gluten or lactose sensitivities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recipe really paleo?
Yes. Fruit Leather contains only paleo-approved ingredients — no grains, legumes, dairy, refined sugar or processed oils.
Can I meal-prep this recipe?
Absolutely. Most of these recipes store well in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days, and many freeze beautifully for quick lunches.
How many servings does this make?
This recipe makes 1 batch.
Enjoyed this recipe? Try more of our paleo diet recipes for a full week of healthy eating.
