If you are anything like us and trying to reduce the processed junk in your kitchen, or even use up fruit in your house these homemade pineapple fruit roll ups (aka fruit leather) are a perfect alternative to the store-bought fruit roll-ups. This simple recipe makes a delicious treat with real fruit and no added sugar!

A single pineapple fruit roll-up tied with white string, placed next to daisies on a marble surface

Now, we don’t usually buy fruit snacks or fruit roll-ups for lunch boxes but as we are moving towards a homemade kitchen, fruit leather just seems like the perfect healthy snack for kids. I first started making fruit leather with frozen peaches that I found in the back of the freezer, and I am now experimenting with recipes! You can use any fresh fruit you have to make your own fruit leather.

How to Store Homemade Fruit Roll Ups

This homemade fruit leather recipe will last up to 3 weeks in an airtight container at room temperature. I like to store our own fruit roll ups in a glass mason jar for a longer storage life.

Close-up of a pineapple fruit roll-up tied with white string on a marble countertop with a floral background

Ingredients

Ripe pineapples
Optional: Sweetener of your choice (sugar, honey, maple syrup, etc.), to taste
Optional: Lemon juice, to prevent browning and add tartness

Equipment

Blender or food processor
Baking sheet
Parchment paper or a silicone baking mat
Oven or dehydrator

Pineapple fruit roll-up standing upright with a twine bow, blurred flowers and fabric in the background.

How to Make Homemade Pineapple Fruit Roll Ups

Prepare the Pineapple: Peel, core, and chop the fresh pineapple into chunks. If you’re using a sweetener or lemon juice, prepare those as well.

Puree the Pineapple: Place the pineapple chunks into a blender or food processor. Add sweetener and lemon juice if using. Blend until you achieve a smooth puree.

Strain (Optional): For a smoother leather, strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve to remove any fibrous pieces.

Prepare for Oven Drying: Preheat your oven to the lowest setting, usually between 140°F (60°C) to 170°F (77°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat to prevent sticking.

Prepare for Dehydrator Drying: If you are using a food dehydrator, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for fruit leather, usually 135°F. There is no need to line the dehydrator sheets, but you can line the sheets with plastic wrap for easy removal. Dehydrators generally come with fruit leather sheets.

Spread the Fruit Puree: Pour the fruit mixture onto the prepared sheet and spread it out into a thin layer, about 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick. Try to make the an even layer as possible for uniform drying.

Several pineapple fruit roll-ups tied with white string, displayed on a marble counter with daisies in the background

Dry the Pineapple Puree: Place the baking sheet in the oven or dehydrator. The drying process can take anywhere from 6-8 hours in an oven or 8-12 hours in a dehydrator. The exact time will depend on the thickness of the puree and the humidity. The fruit leather is done when it is no longer sticky to the touch and has a smooth, leather-like texture.

Cool and Peel: Once the fruit leather is fully dried, remove the sheet of fruit leather from the oven or dehydrator and let it cool. Gently peel the fruit leather off the parchment paper or silicone mat.

Cut and Store: Use scissors or a pizza cutter to cut the fruit leather into long strips or shapes of your choice. Roll the strips in wax paper or parchment paper for storage. Store the fruit leather in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. It should last for several weeks.