Description
These Homemade Kool-Aid Fruit Roll-Ups are a fun and flavorful snack made by blending fresh or frozen fruit with Kool-Aid powder and drying the mixture in the oven. They’re chewy, naturally sweet, and perfect for a healthy kids snack or a nostalgic treat. Customize with your favorite fruit combinations and enjoy vibrant colors and bold flavors.
Ingredients
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Fruit Mixture
- 3 cups fresh or frozen fruit (such as strawberries, blueberries, or mango)
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar (optional, to taste)
- 1 packet unsweetened Kool-Aid (any flavor)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 170°F (or the lowest setting your oven allows). Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Blend Ingredients: In a blender or food processor, combine the fruit, Kool-Aid powder, lemon juice, and sweetener if using. Blend until completely smooth to ensure an even texture.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste the blended mixture and adjust the sweetness by adding more honey or sugar if desired for your preferred flavor balance.
- Spread Mixture: Pour the fruit mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Use a spatula to spread it evenly to about 1/8-inch thickness for consistent drying.
- Bake Fruit Leather: Bake in the oven for 4 to 6 hours, or until the fruit leather is dry to the touch and no longer sticky. The long low-temperature drying process preserves the fruit flavor and chewiness.
- Cool and Cut: Allow the fruit leather to cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, peel it off carefully and cut into strips.
- Roll and Store: Roll each strip in parchment or wax paper and store the roll-ups in an airtight container. Keep at room temperature for up to 1 week, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
Notes
- Use any fruit combination you like—strawberry-kiwi and mango-pineapple work especially well.
- Kool-Aid adds bold flavor and vibrant color but be cautious not to use too much for balanced taste.
- Store fruit roll-ups at room temperature for up to 1 week or refrigerate to extend freshness.
