Dehydrated Apple Rings — FarmPal

Dehydrating recipe yielding 1 lb fresh = about 2 oz dried. Stores for 6-12 months.

Method
dehydrating
Yield
1 lb fresh = about 2 oz dried
Storage
6-12 months
Difficulty
beginner

Ingredients

  • •5 lbs fresh apples (any variety)
  • •2 cups water mixed with 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • •Cinnamon and sugar mix (optional)
  • •Dehydrator or oven

Instructions

  1. 1Wash apples thoroughly
  2. 2Core apples using apple corer or knife
  3. 3Slice into uniform 1/4 inch rings using mandoline or sharp knife
  4. 4Immediately dip slices in lemon water to prevent browning
  5. 5Shake off excess liquid
  6. 6Optional: lightly dust with cinnamon-sugar mixture
  7. 7Arrange on dehydrator trays in single layer without overlapping
  8. 8Dry at 135°F for 6-12 hours
  9. 9Apples are done when pliable but not sticky
  10. 10Condition: place in jar for 1 week, shaking daily, watching for moisture
  11. 11Store in airtight containers in cool, dark place