Simple Method for Air Fryer Dried Fruit

1. Ingredients for Air Fryer Dried Fruit

• 1 apple

• 1 pear

• 2 yellow lemons

• 1 lime

• Salt and baking soda

Note: Besides the listed fruits, you can substitute with your favorites such as jackfruit, oranges, bananas, sweet potatoes, pineapple, etc.

2. Steps to Make Air Fryer Dried Fruit

Step 1: Thoroughly Wash the Fruits

If you keep the fruit skins while drying, ensure to wash them thoroughly.

To ensure the fruits are clean, use salt to scrub the outer peel to remove any wax residue.

Then, immerse the fruits in water with a tablespoon of baking soda dissolved, soak for 30 minutes to eliminate any remaining preservatives. After soaking, remove and rinse thoroughly with water.

Soak the dried fruit with baking soda for 30 minutes

Step 2: Proceed to cut the fruits

After thoroughly washing the fruits, proceed to cut them into small slices (each slice thickness ranging from 3-5 mm) for faster and more efficient drying. Note not to cut them too thin.

Slice fruits thinly to dry faster

Step 3: Air Fryer Drying

Firstly, line the bottom of the air fryer with parchment paper to prevent fruits from burning or sticking to the frying tray.

Proceed to arrange each type of fruit into the air fryer. Adjust the drying temperature to 100°C for a duration of 3 – 4 hours.

Evenly distribute the fruit slices into the fryer

Note: Every hour, remove the frying tray and change the positions of the fruit slices to ensure even drying.

Once the fruits have reached the desired dryness, let them cool completely before storing them in an airtight jar for future use.

Transfer the fruits into a sealed glass jar for longer preservation.

3. Important Notes for Making Air Fryer Dried Fruits

- Avoid cutting the dried fruits too thick as it will take longer to dry.

- Ensure the air fryer is dry and well-ventilated before drying.

- Flip the fruit slices during the drying process to ensure even drying.

- Store dried fruits in an airtight container in a cool, dry place or in the refrigerator for up to 6 months

Above are the steps to make dried fruits using an air fryer. With just a few simple steps, you'll have delicious dried fruits to enjoy. Wishing you success in making this!