Homemade Strawberry Fruit Snacks
Homemade strawberry fruit snacks offer a delightful burst of summer flavor in every bite. These chewy, naturally sweet treats are made with fresh strawberries, making them a healthier alternative to store-bought options. Perfect for picnics, lunch boxes, or a guilt-free dessert, they are easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite fruits. Enjoy these delicious snacks that evoke fond memories while satisfying your sweet tooth!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 fruit snacks 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons unflavored gelatin powder
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- Wash strawberries under cool water, remove stems, and slice in half. Pat dry.
- Blend strawberries with honey (or maple syrup) and lemon juice until smooth.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, dissolve gelatin powder in water, stirring for about 3 minutes until fully dissolved.
- Mix the blended strawberry mixture with the dissolved gelatin until well combined.
- Pour into silicone molds or an 8×8-inch baking dish lined with parchment paper.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until set. Cut into pieces if using a baking dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fruit snack (approx. 25g)
- Calories: 22
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg