Homemade Fruit Snacks
These homemade fruit snacks are made with real fruit, natural sweeteners, and no artificial ingredients. Easy to make, healthy, and fun for both kids and adults!
Equipment
- Blender
- Saucepan
- Silicone Molds
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh or Frozen Fruit
- 1/2 cup Fruit Juice or Water
- 2 tbsp Honey or Maple Syrup optional
- 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
- 3 tbsp Gelatin or agar-agar for a vegan option
Instructions
- Blend the fruit and lemon juice in a blender until smooth.
- Strain the mixture to remove any pulp or seeds if desired for a smoother texture.
- In a saucepan, heat the fruit puree with the fruit juice or water and honey/maple syrup (if using) on low heat.
- Once the mixture is warm, sprinkle the gelatin over it and stir until it dissolves completely.
- Pour the mixture into silicone molds or a lined baking dish, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- Once set, remove from molds or slice into bite-sized pieces and enjoy!
Notes
For fun, try using different fruit combinations like berries, mango, or citrus. You can also make fruit roll-ups by spreading the mixture thinly on a baking sheet and drying it out.