With the fall season still upon us, everyone is on the lookout for easy and delicious harvest related recipes. This oven-baked Cinnamon Apple Chips recipe is just that. With only three simple ingredients, you can feel good about sharing this delicious treat with both the young and old among your friends and family.
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Crunch Into Fall With Homemade Apple Chips
This recipe brings together the classic autumnal flavor combination of fresh apples and warm cinnamon, reminiscent of a warm apple crisp.
You can bake up these treats last minute for a fall harvest bash or afternoon snack. They even work great as a summer, beach snack.
These cozy simple snacks are sure to be a hit with everyone. Who wouldn't like the sweet and tart combination of fall apples and yummy cinnamon sugar? Plus, nothing smells better than cinnamon treats baking in the fall. If that sounds irresistible, you would probably love my mini apple pie school snack recipe too.
With their simplicity these fruity chips are the perfect baking project for young hands to help with. They're easy, quick and fun to make.
Kids can help select the apples, mix the cinnamon and sugar, coat and place the apple slices, and, of course, taste test! Bag these up for lunches or set them out on the counter for a simple and healthy grab and go bite.
Ingredients
This recipe uses 3 simple ingredients:
- apples - You can use your favorite type of apple or an assortment (green, honeycrisp and pink lady all work well). Use fresh, crisp apples for the best texture.
- sugar - I usually use white sugar but you can also use brown sugar, cane sugar or coconut palm sugar.
- ground cinnamon - Optional but it adds to the warm, fall flavor profile.
*Check recipe card for ingredient amounts.
How to Make Cinnamon Apple Chips
Step 1. Preheat. Preheat oven to 105ºC/225ºF. Mix the sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
Step 2. Slice. Core and slice the apples thinly, leaving the skin on.
Chef's Note: You can remove the core if you prefer ring-shaped chips or leave it in for a more natural look.
Step 3. Arrange Slices. Arrange the apple slices on a baking sheet. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar over the apple slices. Use as much or as little as you like.
Step 4. Bake and Cool. Bake in the preheated oven until the apple slices are dried, slightly brittle and the edges curl up, about 1 hour or more. Transfer the apple chips to a wire rack to cool and crisp up.
Chef's Note: I usually need more than one baking sheet to fit all of the apple slices.
Step 5. Serve. Serve the cinnamon apple chips!
Joss' Tips
- I like to slice the apples just before baking, before they start to turn brown.
- A mandolin works great for slicing the apples thinly to ensure even baking and I highly recommend it! Be sure to use a hand guard when slicing.
- If you're keeping the core in the apples, be sure to remove any seeds that don't fall out when slicing.
- The baking time can vary, depending on the thickness of the apple slices. The thinner the slices, the less time it takes to dehydrate and crisp them up.
- If they feel chewy, they likely need more time in the oven to fully dehydrate. When done right, they should have a nice crunch without being too hard.
- Line your baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and help with more even crisping. It's optional but helpful, especially with an older, stained pan.
Recipe FAQs
Baking them in the oven makes them healthier than fried potato chips. As for flavor, it depends on whether you're craving sweet or salty.
Apple chips can be stored in an airtight container in a cool, dark place like a cupboard or pantry for up to 1 week or 2.
Yes! They can be frozen for up to a year, allowing you to enjoy the flavors of your fall harvest all year long.
This is the best way to eat them but you can also enjoy your homemade cinnamon apple chips as a topping for oatmeal or yogurt, or a crunchy addition to salads!
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Cinnamon Apple Chips
Ingredients
- 4 apples
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 105ºC/225ºF. Mix the sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Core and slice the apples thinly, leaving the skin on. Or, you can leave the core in (either way works).
- Arrange the apples slices on a baking sheet. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar over the apple slices. Use as much or as little as you like.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the apple slices are dried and the edges curl up, about 1 hour or more. They will feel light and slightly brittle to the touch.
- Transfer the apple chips to a wire rack to cool and crisp up. Serve!
Notes
- You can use your favorite type of apple or an assortment (green, honeycrisp and pink lady all work well). Use fresh, crisp apples for the best texture.
- I like to slice the apples just before baking so that they don't start to turn brown.
- A mandolin works great for slicing the apples thinly and I highly recommend it. Be sure to use a hand guard when slicing.
- You can remove the core if you prefer ring-shaped chips or leave it in for a more natural look.
- If you're keeping the core in the apples, be sure to remove any seeds that don't fall out when slicing.
- Line your baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and help with more even crisping. It's optional but helpful, especially with an older, stained pan. I usually need more than one baking sheet to fit all of the apple slices.
- The baking time can vary, depending on the thickness of the apple slices. If they feel chewy, they likely need more time in the oven to fully dehydrate. When done right, they should have a nice crunch without being too hard.
- Apple chips can be stored in an airtight container in a cool, dark place like a cupboard or pantry for up to 1 week. They can also be frozen for up to 1 year.
Nutrition
Nutrition information on In the Kitch is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It may not include toppings and/or sauces.
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