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Homemade Fruit Snacks recipe made with whole fruits & vegetables! A healthy

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Transform berries and spinach into vibrant, healthy fruit snacks! Puree, bloom pectin, and set for a chewy, wholesome treat. Find detailed instructions and nutrition facts inside.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen, e.g., strawberries, raspberries)
  • 1/2 cup chopped spinach (fresh)
  • 1/2 cup water (or 100% apple juice)
  • 3 tablespoons unflavored pectin powder
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/8 teaspoon sea salt (optional, for flavor balance)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Puree the fruit and vegetables. In a high-speed blender, combine the mixed berries and chopped spinach with 1/4 cup of the water (or apple juice). Blend until the mixture is completely smooth, ensuring no spinach pieces remain. You may need to scrape down the sides of the blender occasionally.
  2. Step 2: Bloom the pectin. Pour the remaining 1/4 cup of water (or apple juice) into a small saucepan. Sprinkle the unflavored pectin powder evenly over the surface of the liquid and let it sit for 5-7 minutes to bloom and soften.
  3. Step 3: Gently heat and combine. Place the saucepan with the bloomed carrageenan over low heat. Stir continuously until the carrageenan is completely dissolved and the mixture is clear (avoid boiling). Remove from heat and immediately stir in the fruit and vegetable puree, honey or maple syrup (if using), fresh lemon juice, and sea salt (if using). Whisk thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
  4. Step 4: Pour into molds. Carefully pour the fruit snack mixture into silicone molds (such as gummy bear molds, mini ice cube trays, or a small baking dish lined with parchment paper for cutting later).
  5. Step 5: Chill to set. Transfer the filled molds or baking dish to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2-3 hours, or until the fruit snacks are completely firm and set.
  6. Step 6: Remove and store. Once firm, gently pop the fruit snacks out of their molds. If using a baking dish, carefully lift the parchment paper and cut the sheet of fruit snacks into desired shapes. Store the homemade fruit snacks in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Notes

  • Keep your homemade fruit snacks in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week; for longer storage, they can be frozen and thawed briefly before enjoying.
  • These delightful fruit snacks are best enjoyed chilled or at cool room temperature; reheating is not recommended as it will compromise their firm, chewy texture.
  • These vibrant fruit snacks are fantastic as a healthy lunchbox addition, a quick on-the-go snack, or even a guilt-free dessert for kids and adults alike.
  • For the smoothest texture and a perfect set, ensure your fruit and spinach are completely pureed, and be sure to let the pectin bloom fully and dissolve gently without boiling.

Nutrition

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