Homemade Fruit Snacks

Homemade fruit snacks are a fun and healthy treat for both kids and adults. They are easy to make and packed with goodness, making them a perfect snack for any time!

Why Make This Recipe

These fruit snacks are not only tasty but also a great way to use up fruit and veggies you have at home. They are free from artificial sugars, and you can customize them according to your family’s taste. Plus, they make a perfect on-the-go snack!

How to Make Homemade Fruit Snacks

Making homemade fruit snacks is super simple! With just a few fresh ingredients and some blending, you’ll have tasty snacks ready in no time. Let’s get started!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup fruit (chopped)
• ¼ cup vegetables (chopped and peeled if necessary)
• ¼ to ½ cup pure apple juice (no added sugar)
• 2 Tablespoons raw honey
• ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 3 Tablespoons gelatin (preferably collagen, grass-fed)
• 1 cup green grapes
• ¼ cup spinach
• 1 cup strawberries (diced)
• ¼ cup beets
• 1 cup peaches (chopped)
• ¼ cup carrots
• 1 cup blueberries
• ¼ cup zucchini

Homemade Fruit Snacks

• Author: Alora chef

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Description

Homemade fruit snacks are a fun and healthy treat for both kids and adults, made with real fruits and vegetables. They are free from artificial sugars and can be customized according to your family’s taste preferences.

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Ingredients

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• 1 cup fruit (chopped)
• ¼ cup vegetables (chopped and peeled if necessary)
• ¼ to ½ cup pure apple juice (no added sugar)
• 2 Tablespoons raw honey
• ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 3 Tablespoons gelatin (preferably collagen, grass-fed)

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Instructions

1. Place silicone molds on a large baking sheet or line an 8×8′ square dish with wax paper and lightly grease. Set aside.
2. In a high-powered blender, add your chopped fruit, vegetables, and ¼ cup of apple juice. Secure the lid tightly.
3. Blend on high, slowly increasing the speed until the mixture is smooth. If it’s too thick, add more apple juice one tablespoon at a time until you get a nice consistency.
4. Add honey and vanilla extract to the blender, then blend again until smooth.
5. Taste the mixture and add more honey if you want it sweeter.
6. Transfer the mixture to a small saucepan and whisk in the gelatin.
7. Heat on medium for about 3 minutes, or until the gelatin is fully dissolved and the mix is smooth. Make sure not to let it boil!
8. Using a dropper, fill your silicone molds or pour the mixture into your prepared baking dish. Keep the saucepan on the warm burner (with the heat off) while filling the molds to keep it warm.
9. Place everything in the refrigerator to set for at least 2 hours.
10. Once set, remove the fruit snacks from the molds. If you used a baking dish, take it out, cut into pieces, and enjoy or store for later.

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Notes

• Fruit and vegetable combinations: green grapes with spinach, strawberries with beets, peaches with carrots, blueberries with zucchini
• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 1 week
• Can be frozen for up to 3 months
• For a vegan version, substitute agar-agar for gelatin in equal amounts
• Keep refrigerated especially during warm weather
• Great for lunchboxes with an ice pack

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Nutrition

• Serving Size: 6 fruit snacks
• Calories: 85
• Sugar: 12g
• Sodium: 15mg
• Fat: 0g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Unsaturated Fat: 0g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 15g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 7g
• Cholesterol: 0mg

Directions:

1. Place silicone molds on a large baking sheet or line an 8×8’ square dish with wax paper and lightly grease. Set aside.
2. In a high-powered blender, add your chopped fruit, vegetables, and ¼ cup of apple juice. Secure the lid tightly.
3. Blend on high, slowly increasing the speed until the mixture is smooth. If it’s too thick, add more apple juice one tablespoon at a time until you get a nice consistency.
4. Add honey and vanilla extract to the blender, then blend again until smooth.
5. Taste the mixture and add more honey if you want it sweeter.
6. Transfer the mixture to a small saucepan and whisk in the gelatin.
7. Heat on medium for about 3 minutes, or until the gelatin is fully dissolved and the mix is smooth. Make sure not to let it boil!
8. Using a dropper, fill your silicone molds or pour the mixture into your prepared baking dish. Keep the saucepan on the warm burner (with the heat off) while filling the molds to keep it warm.
9. Place everything in the refrigerator to set for at least 2 hours.
10. Once set, remove the fruit snacks from the molds. If you used a baking dish, take it out, cut into pieces, and enjoy or store for later.

How to Serve Homemade Fruit Snacks

These snacks are great to serve as a healthy snack option for kids after school or as a sweet treat for parties. You can cut them into fun shapes for celebrations too!

How to Store Homemade Fruit Snacks

Store your homemade fruit snacks in an airtight container in the fridge. They will keep well for about a week, so you can always have a handy snack ready to go!

Tips to Make Homemade Fruit Snacks

• Experiment with different fruits and veggies! You can mix and match according to your family’s preferences.
• If you want them to be more chewy, let them set in the fridge a little longer.
• Use fun-shaped molds to make your snacks even more appealing to kids.

Variation

You can add a splash of lemon juice for a zesty twist or use coconut water instead of apple juice for a tropical flavor. Get creative!

FAQs

Can I use frozen fruit?
Yes, you can use frozen fruit! Just make sure to thaw it and drain any excess water before blending.

What if I don’t have gelatin?
You can substitute gelatin with agar-agar if you prefer a plant-based thickener.

How do I know when they’re set?
The snacks should be firm and hold their shape when you remove them from the molds or dish. If they feel too soft, give them a bit more time in the fridge.