Description
These Baked Cinnamon Apple Chips are a healthy, delicious snack made by thinly slicing apples, coating them with cinnamon, and baking until crisp. Perfect for a guilt-free treat that’s naturally sweet and full of warm spice.
Ingredients
Apples and Treatment
- 3 large apples (washed)
- ½ cup cold water
- ½ cup lemon juice
Seasoning
- ¾ tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat your oven to 200°F (95°C). Position the top and bottom racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set them aside.
- Treat: Prepare a pre-treatment bath by mixing equal parts cold water and lemon juice (½ cup each) in a bowl. Set this aside; it will prevent the apple slices from browning.
- Slice: Using a very sharp knife or a mandoline, slice the apples horizontally into ⅛-inch thick rounds. Immediately drop each slice into the lemon-water bath to keep them from discoloring as you continue slicing.
- Cinnamon: Remove the apple slices from the bath, pat dry if necessary, and arrange them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets. Evenly sprinkle ground cinnamon over each apple slice.
- Bake and Rotate: Bake at 200°F (95°C) for 1 hour. Then, swap the baking sheets’ positions (move the upper rack sheet to the lower rack and vice versa) and bake for an additional 1 to 1½ hours, ensuring even crisping.
- Crisp: Remove the apple chips from the oven and allow them to cool at room temperature for 1 hour. During this time, they will become crisp. If after an hour they are not crisp enough, return them to the oven to bake longer until desired texture is achieved.
Notes
- Use firm, crisp apples for the best texture and flavor in your chips.
- Thickness of slices affects baking time; thinner slices crisp faster.
- Keep a close eye near the end of baking to prevent burning.
- Store cooled apple chips in an airtight container to maintain crispness.
- Lemon juice bath prevents apple slices from browning, enhancing their appearance.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
