Baked Cinnamon Apple Chips
Apple chips are a fantastic alternative to store-bought chips, which are often loaded with added sugars and preservatives. By making your own apple chips at home, you can control the ingredients and enjoy a guilt-free snack that's both tasty and nutritious.
Ingredients
- 2 large apples any variety you like
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash the apples thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean towel.
- Using a mandoline slicer or a sharp knife, thinly slice the apples crosswise, about 1/8 inch thick. Remove and discard the seeds.
- In a small bowl, mix together the ground cinnamon and granulated sugar, if using.
- Arrange the apple slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they don't overlap.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon mixture evenly over the apple slices.
- Bake the apple slices in the preheated oven for 1.5 to 2 hours, flipping them halfway through, until they are crisp and golden brown.
- Once the apple chips are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet.
- Once cooled, store the apple chips in an airtight container for up to one week.
Notes
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 40
- Total Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Vitamin C: 8%
- Potassium: 2%
- Vitamin A: 1%
- Iron: 1%
- Calcium: 0%