If you’re looking for a light, crispy snack that feels just a little bit fancy without any extra effort, apple chips are the way to go. They’re naturally sweet, super simple to make, and a great way to use up a few extra apples. All you need is a few pantry basics and some time in a low oven.

You’ll like these because they hit the perfect balance of sweet and tart, with just a hint of cinnamon. They’re also great for snacking, topping oatmeal or salads, or even packing into lunchboxes. And unlike store-bought chips, you control the sweetness and don’t need any oil.

Helpful Tips

Use a mandoline slicer: Evenly sliced apples bake more consistently and give you the best crisp texture.
Dry them fully: They’ll crisp up more as they cool, but if they still feel soft after baking, give them another 10-15 minutes.
Skip the sugar if you want: Many apples are sweet enough on their own, especially if you’re using Fuji or Honeycrisp.

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Homemade Apple Chips

They’re naturally sweet, super simple to make, and a great way to use up a few extra apples.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 2

Total Time 2 20

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 155 kcal

Ingredients

6 large apples any variety you like
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon sugar or sweetener
Lemon juice

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 200°F (95°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
Wash and core the apples. Using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer, slice the apples very thinly—about 1/8 inch thick or thinner for crispier chips.
To keep apple slices from browning, you can toss them gently in a bowl with a little lemon juice diluted in water (about 1 tablespoon lemon juice per cup of water), then drain.
Lay the apple slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets. Make sure they don’t overlap.
If desired, mix cinnamon and sugar together and lightly sprinkle over the apple slices for extra flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 1.5 to 2 hours, flipping the slices halfway through baking. Keep an eye on them to avoid burning. The chips are done when they are dry and crisp.
Remove from oven and let the apple chips cool completely on a wire rack—they will crisp up more as they cool. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Nutrition

Calories: 155kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 1gFat: 0.5gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.02gSodium: 3mgPotassium: 294mgFiber: 7gSugar: 31gVitamin A: 149IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 21mgIron: 0.4mg

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