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Apple-Pear Fruit Leather

Apple-pear fruit leather is a practical dehydration recipe focused on ingredient prep, moisture control, and easy storage of the finished sheet.

Best in season: Autumn
Time
20 min
Yield
1 batch
Difficulty
Easy
Updated
March 1, 2026
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Kukhlyk recipe
Recipe at a glance

Tender fruit leather made with apples and pears, without complicated ingredients.

Ingredients

What you will need

Below is the ingredient list for this recipe with the base proportions. It is convenient to prepare everything you need in advance so the cooking process goes more smoothly and without rushing.

Before you start

There are 3 items in the list. It is convenient to check that everything is ready first and only then move on to the cooking steps.

  • Apples
    1,2 kg
  • Ripe pears
    800 g
  • Lemon juice
    1 tsp
Step by step

How to make it

The recipe is broken down into clear steps so it is easy to follow right in the kitchen. Move through them in order to keep the process under control and avoid missing important details.

Preparation path

This recipe has 6 steps. It is easiest to follow them in order without jumping between stages.

Recipe time: 20 min
1

Step 1

Prepare the main ingredients: apples and pears.

2

Step 2

If needed, cook firm fruit or vegetables until softened.

3

Step 3

Blend the mixture into a smooth purée.

4

Step 4

If desired, add a little lemon juice or spices.

5

Step 5

Spread the mixture on a fruit leather sheet in a 4–6 mm layer.

6

Step 6

Dry at 55°C until elastic, when the sheet no longer sticks to your fingers.