Baked Apple Chips with Cinnamon
These delicious and healthy baked apple chips are the perfect crunchy snack made with just two ingredients: apples and cinnamon. Thinly sliced apples are dusted with cinnamon and baked to crispy perfection. They're gluten-free, vegan, and great for clean eating. Enjoy them as a guilt-free snack any time of day!
Equipment
- 1 Mandoline slicer (optional but helpful for evenly thin slices)
- 1 Sharp knife
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Baking sheet(s)
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
- 1 Fine mesh sieve (optional, for dusting cinnamon evenly)
- 1 Oven
Ingredients
- 3-4 medium-sized apples (Gala, Honeycrisp, or Fuji work best)
- 1-2 tsp ground cinnamon (adjust to your preference)
Optional Ingredients:
- A pinch of nutmeg for an extra layer of warmth.
- A sprinkle of brown sugar if you prefer a sweeter touch.
Instructions
Preheat Your Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 225°F (107°C). This low temperature ensures the apple chips will slowly dehydrate, leaving them perfectly crisp without burning.
Slice the Apples:
- Using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer, cut the apples into thin, even slices—about 1/8-inch thick. The thinner the slices, the crispier your chips will be!
- Tip: No need to core the apples before slicing. You can simply remove the seeds as you go, or leave them for a rustic look.
Arrange the Slices:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Lay the apple slices out in a single layer, ensuring they don’t overlap, which would prevent even baking.
Add Cinnamon:
- Lightly dust the apple slices with cinnamon. You can use a fine mesh sieve or your fingers to sprinkle it evenly across the slices. Feel free to add more or less cinnamon depending on your preference.
- Optional: For a sweeter variation, sprinkle a little brown sugar or nutmeg on top.
Bake:
- Place the tray in the oven and bake the apple slices for 1.5 to 2 hours. Flip the slices halfway through to ensure they bake evenly. You’ll know they’re done when they’re golden brown and crispy.
Cool and Crisp:
- Once baked, remove the apple chips from the oven and let them cool completely on the tray. This allows them to fully crisp up.
- Tip: If your apple chips are still slightly chewy after cooling, place them back in the oven for another 10-15 minutes.