Steve just bought me a dehydrator and I have been drying all different kinds of fruit but when I looked at the peaches and nectarines on the counter they were too ripe. I have wanted to try fruit leather and this was the perfect opportunity. I did a Google search and came up this recipe from Blissfully Content. It worked out perfect. I have apricots in the fridge that may end up as roll-ups as well.
1 TBS lemon juice
1/4 cup honey {this really gives it a great texture and flavor}
Wash your peaches and nectarines really well. Cut into quarters, pit, and put into a pot on low. Use a potato masher to cook down. Add lemon juice and honey.
When fruit is heated through and it looks fairly mashed, put into a blender. Blend until smooth.
I have non-stick sheets for my dehydrator and I was able to spread one cup of puree per tray. I tried to leave the edges a little thicker, about 1/4 inch, and the inside, about 1/8 inch. Smooth out as evenly as possible with a spoon
Dry at 135 degrees until leathery and pliable...about 4-7 hours. Make sure there are no sticky spots in the center.
Dry at 135 degrees until leathery and pliable...about 4-7 hours. Make sure there are no sticky spots in the center.
While fruit leather is still warm, cut and roll in parchment paper. I used scissors to cut even pieces. Store in glass jars.
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