
Fruit leather is a chewy, dried fruit snack made by pureeing fruit, spreading it thinly, and dehydrating it into a flexible sheet. It typically uses a single fruit or a blend, like apples, strawberries, or mangoes, and is a popular portable snack with origins in various cultures, from Middle Eastern fruit pastes to American-style fruit roll-ups.
This snack is high in carbohydrates, primarily from natural fruit sugars, and provides a quick source of energy. It's a good source of dietary fiber and key vitamins like Vitamin C and potassium, with a typical serving containing around 100-120 calories.
| Calories | 70 kcal |
| Protein | 0.5 g |
| Carbs | 17 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 14 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
| Potassium | 100 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Vitamin A | 30 mcg |
| Iron | 0.3 mg |
| Calcium | 5 mg |
| Magnesium | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 10 mg |
| Vitamin K | 1 mcg |
Per 1 sheet (approx. 20 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
Fruit leather is a clever way to preserve seasonal fruit without added preservatives, relying on dehydration. Nutritionally, it concentrates the fruit's nutrients, making it a more nutrient-dense option than many processed sweets, though the sugar content is also concentrated.