I adore dried fruit. All the flavors concentrate creating an unmatchable sweetness and the crunchy, yet chewy texture is like magic in my mouth. What I don't adore is the added sugars found in many packaged fruits nor do I appreciate the sky-high price tag on said packages.

As I mentioned, I recently purchased a dehydrator and I was determined to get good use out of it. This recipe is so simple that it really isn't even a recipe! I've already made four batches that have somehow disappeared. hmmm.... B'tayavon!




Ingredients:
Apples & Pears (or your seasonal fruit of choice), thinly sliced (I used a mandolin, but a steady hand and a sharp knife will also work!)
Cinnamon

Directions:
Place the thinly sliced fruit on the dehydrator trays. Sprinkle lightly with cinnamon and turn the dehydrator to 95-100-degrees F. Remove when crispy, about 3-5 hours depending on your dehydrator.

Don't have a dehydrator? No problem! Just place on parchment paper and place in an oven at the lowest possible heat. Be sure to keep an eye on it so it doesn't burn

Most kids are picky eaters. And most parents think their kids are pickier than every other kid on the planet. I've come to the conclusion that my kids aren't so much picky as they are selective (how 'bout that for PR spin!). But, you'd think something like fruit leather would be pretty benign; kids like fruit leather, right?

Well, my picky -- umm, selective -- girls, are quite particular about their fruit leather. Once you put in my requirements that the leather be organic and free of any icky preservatives, the market bears just a few to choose from. Of those, my girls will only eat ONE brand. Well wouldn't you know it, my source for this particular brand has been out of stock for the last week or so. Our supply has run out and the girls were aching for their favorite lunch-box treat.

Add this predicament to the fact that I've been hankering to purchase a dehydrator for quite some time. Now I had the perfect excuse to fulfill that wish. And the best part, all three of my ladies simultaneously exclaimed, "This is the best fruit leather we've ever had!" Now that puts a smile on a mom's face! B'tayavon.

This recipe was also posted on Wellness Weekend and Simply Indulgent Tuesday. Head on over and check out all the amazing recipes!