Apple Pastila
A traditional Russian fruit leather, made from pureed apples and naturally sweetened. This soy-free version is perfect for a healthy snack.
Ingredients
- 2000 g Apples
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to the lowest setting (around about 75°C or 75°C).
- 2Peel and core the apples. Cut them into chunks.
- 3Place the apple chunks in a saucepan and cook over medium heat until softened. Add a little water if needed to prevent sticking.
- 4Puree the cooked apples using a blender or food processor until smooth.
- 5Stir in the honey (if using) and cinnamon (if using).
- 6Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 7Pour the apple puree onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it into a thin, even layer (about 0.3175 cm thick).
- 8Bake in the preheated oven for 6-8 hours, or until the pastila is dry and leathery to the touch. The drying time will vary depending on the oven and the thickness of the puree.
- 9Let the pastila cool completely, then peel it off the parchment paper.
- 10Cut the pastila into strips or squares and store in an airtight container at room temperature.
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