Rainbow Fruit Leather
Vibrant, no-sugar-added fruit leather made from seasonal berries and stone fruits, perfect for a healthy, colorful snack kids will adore. This american-inspired kid friendly ready in about 260 minutes pairs hulled strawberries, blueberries, pitted and chopped peaches for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 60 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup, hulled strawberries
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1 cup, pitted and chopped peaches
- 1 cup, peeled and chopped mango
- 1/4 cup (optional) honey
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Step 1: In a saucepan, combine 1 cup strawberries, 1/2 cup blueberries, 1 cup peaches, 1 cup mango, and 1/4 cup water over medium heat. Simmer for 10 minutes until fruit is soft and mixture thickens.
- Step 2: Transfer to a food processor and blend until completely smooth. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds and pulp.
- Step 3: Spread the puree evenly onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, about 1/8-inch thick. Bake at 170°F for 4 hours, or until the leather is dry but pliable and no longer sticky to the touch.
Equipment for this recipe
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Rainbow Fruit Leather take to make?
Total time is about 260 minutes (20 min prep + 240 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Rainbow Fruit Leather?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep hulled strawberries from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Rainbow Fruit Leather?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Rainbow Fruit Leather for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Rainbow Fruit Leather?
American kid friendly like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 240-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★☆☆☆☆
Followed exactly and it was underwhelming. Maybe my expectations were too high.
