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These Homemade Fruit Snacks Are Better Than Store-Bought

Enjoy tasty homemade fruit snacks made from your favorite fruits without preservatives or artificial ingredients. Perfect for a healthy snack for all ages.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 10 snacks
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 35
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups fruit puree (e.g., strawberries, mangoes, or apples) Use ripe fruits for the best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup Can be omitted for sugar-free snacks.
  • 2 tablespoons unflavored gelatin Or use agar-agar for a plant-based option.
  • 1 teaspoon citric acid (optional) Adds tanginess and helps preserve snacks.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all ingredients.
  2. Blend your chosen fruits until smooth to create the fruit puree.
  3. In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the fruit puree and honey or maple syrup; stir until well mixed.
  4. Gradually sprinkle in the gelatin while stirring continuously until fully dissolved (about 5 minutes).
  5. Pour the mixture into silicone molds or a flat dish. Let cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least two hours until set.
  6. Remove from molds and enjoy your homemade fruit snacks!

Notes

These fruit snacks can be served as a quick snack or lunchbox treat. For fun, cut them into different shapes using cookie cutters before serving. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.