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Dried apple chips

Dried apple chips are a light, crunchy and naturally sweet snack, ideal for adults and children alike. They are easy to make at home and allow you to enjoy a healthy and wholesome food, without preservatives, perfect as a snack, for breakfast or as a crunchy topping for yoghurt and desserts.

Ingredients

• Apples at will (including mixed varieties)

• Lemon juice

• Cinnamon stick (optional)

Preparation of apple chips

Wash and clean the apples, removing the core and slicing them to a thickness of about 4 mm. If the apples are organic, leave the skin on, as it is rich in vitamins and fibre.

To prevent the slices from turning brown, you can:

• Dip them briefly in water and lemon juice, or

• Place them directly in the baskets of the dryer once it has been switched on; in this case, oxidation only affects the colour and not the taste.

Dry the slices thoroughly with a clean tea towel and arrange them in the baskets in a single layer, without overlapping them.

Drying

To obtain perfectly crisp apples:

• With Biosec dryer: programme P2 until completely dry (approximately 12 hours).

• With other dryers: temperature 50 °C, until the slices are dry and crispy.

• For a more intense and crunchy texture, you can continue for an extra 1-2 hours.

Storage and flavouring

Put the chips away still warm in an airtight glass or tin jar. Add a cinnamon stick inside for a delicate aroma without overpowering the natural flavour of the apples.

Ideas for use

Dried apple chips can be eaten as a snack, added to breakfast, or used as a crunchy topping on yoghurt, porridge or desserts.

💡 Did you know that?

Dried products should be stored still warm. As they no longer contain water, they do not create condensation and, if left to cool in the air, they would risk reabsorbing moisture. By storing them immediately after drying, the crisps retain their crispness and quality for longer.