Ingredients:
- 1 pound (450g) fresh strawberries, hulled
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) lemon juice
- 1-2 tablespoons (15-30ml) honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon (1g) cinnamon (optional)
Instructions:
- Wash and hull the strawberries.
- Combine strawberries, lemon juice, sweetener (if using), and cinnamon (if using) in a blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth.
- Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper.
- Pour the strawberry purée onto the prepared baking sheet. Use an offset spatula to spread it into a thin, even layer (about 1/8 inch or 3mm thick).
- Preheat oven to lowest possible setting (ideally 170°F/75°C or lower). Place the baking sheet in the oven and prop the door open slightly to allow moisture to escape. Check for doneness every 1-2 hours. The fruit leather is ready when it is no longer sticky to the touch and peels easily from the silicone mat or parchment paper.
- Once cooled completely, peel the fruit leather from the silicone mat or parchment paper. Use kitchen scissors or a pizza cutter to cut into strips.
- Store the fruit leather in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or in the refrigerator for longer storage.