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Easy Homemade Strawberry Banana Fruit Leather Recipe

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A simple and healthy homemade fruit leather made from fresh strawberries and ripe bananas, perfect for a chewy, sweet snack with just three easy steps.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
  • 2 medium ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons water (if needed to help blend)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Fruit (10 minutes): Wash and hull the strawberries, then slice them in half. Peel and mash the bananas with a fork until smooth but slightly chunky.
  2. Blend the Puree (5 minutes): Combine strawberries, mashed bananas, lemon juice, and honey in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Add 1-2 tablespoons of water if the mixture is too thick to spread.
  3. Spread the Mixture (5 minutes): Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Pour the fruit puree onto the sheet and spread evenly to about 1/8-inch thickness.
  4. Dry the Fruit Leather (4-6 hours): Place the baking sheet in an oven set to the lowest temperature (around 140°F) or in a dehydrator at 135°F. Dry for 4 to 6 hours until the surface is no longer sticky and the leather peels easily but remains pliable.
  5. Cool and Cut (10 minutes): Let the fruit leather cool completely. Peel off the parchment and cut into strips or desired shapes. Roll up in parchment paper for storage.

Notes

Keep an eye on drying after 3 hours to avoid brittleness. If oven temperature is too high, prop the door open slightly to lower heat. Use ripe but firm fruit to avoid excess liquid. Store rolled in parchment paper in an airtight container to prevent sticking. Can be stored at room temperature for up to two weeks or frozen for up to three months.

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