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Homemade Mango Raspberry Fruit Roll-Ups Recipe

Homemade mango-raspberry fruit roll ups are an easy, healthier alternative to store-bought fruit leathers — they contain less added sugar and use real fruit. These chewy, naturally sweet roll ups make great school snacks, lunchbox additions, or an anytime treat for both kids and adults.

Homemade Mango-Raspberry Fruit Roll Ups, so much healthier than the store-bought kind, and with much less added sugar.
Mango-Raspberry Fruit Roll Ups

Making fruit leather at home is straightforward, affordable, and lets you control the sweetness and ingredients. This mango-raspberry version combines the tropical sweetness of ripe mango with bright, tangy raspberries. The result is a colorful, flavorful fruit leather that’s perfect for packing in lunches or enjoying as a light snack.

Why Make Homemade Fruit Roll Ups

Homemade fruit roll ups offer several advantages over commercial varieties: you can use ripe, seasonal fruit; add as much or as little sweetener as you prefer; avoid preservatives and artificial colors; and experiment with different fruit combinations. These fruit leathers also freeze and store well when wrapped properly, making them a convenient make-ahead snack.

How To Make Fruit Roll Ups

This recipe uses just three ingredients and requires minimal hands-on time. The basic process is: puree the fruit, spread the puree on a lined baking sheet, and dry it in a low-temperature oven until it reaches a tacky, leather-like texture. Total oven time is about 2 1/2 to 3 hours, depending on your oven and how thickly the puree is spread.

Helpful tips:
– Use fully ripe mangoes for the best natural sweetness and smooth texture.
– Blend raspberries with sugar so the sugar helps liquefy and smooth the berry puree.
– Spread the puree evenly — not too thin and not too thick — and keep the edges free so the leather is easy to lift from the mat when cool.
– Rotate the baking sheet every hour for even drying.

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Ingredients

  • 1 large ripe mango, peeled and chopped
  • 6 ounces fresh raspberries
  • 2 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 150°F (about 65°C). Line a rimmed half-sheet pan (approximately 12½ by 17¼ inches) with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper.
  2. In a blender or food processor, blend the chopped mango until smooth. Transfer the mango puree to a bowl and set aside.
  3. Add the raspberries and sugar to the blender and puree until very smooth. The sugar helps the raspberries liquefy and creates a smoother texture.
  4. Place spoonfuls or dollops of mango and raspberry purees onto the prepared pan. Using a small offset spatula, spread the purees evenly across the pan. Aim for an even layer that’s not too thin or thick; leave a small border at the edges so you can lift the fruit leather off the mat when cool.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 2 hours and 30 minutes to 3 hours, rotating the baking sheet every hour for even drying. The fruit leather is done when it feels tacky but not wet or overly sticky.
  6. Allow the fruit leather to cool completely. Carefully peel it from the mat and place it on a sheet of wax paper. Use scissors to cut the leather and wax paper into strips, then roll the strips with the wax paper on the inside (paper-side out).
  7. Store the rolled fruit leathers in a sealed container at room temperature for up to 1 week. If you want to extend freshness, refrigerate them in an airtight container.

Variations and Serving Suggestions

Try other fruit combinations: strawberries, blackberries, peaches, or pear work well. You can omit added sugar if your fruit is very ripe and sweet, or substitute a small amount of honey or maple syrup if preferred. For layered color and flavor, alternate strips of different fruit purees and bake them together (keep layer thickness even).

Nutrition

Serving: 1 roll up — Calories: 39 kcal; Carbohydrates: 10 g; Fiber: 2 g; Sugar: 7.5 g; Sodium: 0.5 mg; Cholesterol: 10 mg (values approximate).

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Notes

Excerpted from SUNNY-SIDE UP by Waylynn Lucas. This recipe is adapted from that cookbook and is ideal for back-to-school snack prep. The simple technique can be used with a wide variety of fruits.

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Photo credit: Jess Larson

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