I have a fondness for apples. I think it is part of the reason I look forward to fall. I can't wait for apple season to begin. I usually eat them for breakfast or for a snack. When I was craving my mid afternoon snack the other day, I thought why not do something different. That is when it occurred to me to sprinkle them with apple pie spices and bake them. The first batch did not turn out. In fact, thanks to the oven being set too high, they were slightly burnt. I also realized it helps to cut the apples on a mandoline. I just tried to slice mine really thin. The thinner you can get them the crispier they will be. I also realized that you want to cook them on a low temperature. I set the oven at 200 degrees, however, when I make them again, I would set it at 250. The slow and low method is the best. I didn't even bother to core them. I think next time I'm going to experiment with a variety of different apples. Here is my recipe:
Baked Apple Chips
1-2 Apples (I used jonagold)
Spices - Vanilla sugar, ground cloves and cinnamon
Directions:
Slice apples very thin. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange apple slices. Bake at 250 degrees for 30 minutes. Flip apples over and cook for another 30 minutes.
I'm thinking that these would go well with some pumpkin butter. What do you think?
i love apples, too, + have never thought of making my own apple chips. yum! they'd definitely go great with pumpkin butter. pretty picture!
ReplyDeleteamy - many thanks. they are quite addicting. I usually buy them at Whole Foods, but I thought I would try to make my own.
ReplyDeleteThey look awesome
ReplyDeleteThanks. I still need to tweak the recipe.
ReplyDeleteGoing to pick up some apples in the morning!
ReplyDeleteIf you make the apple chips, please let me know how they turn out.
ReplyDeleteI like apple chips, but I have never made my own. Thank you for sharing the recipe, they look simple to make.
ReplyDeleteBiana - They are really simple to make and delicious to eat:)
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