Apple chips are a great (and healthy) seasonal Fall treat. They’re so much better for you than potato chips or pretzels, and so easy to make at home!

I used to buy these in the store, and loved them – I could eat a whole bag in a single sitting.  But now I make my own, and it’s so fun and tasty to experiment with different varieties. It’s a yet another delicious way to enjoy the bounty of the season!

I hope you enjoy this simple-yet-tasty treat!

Apple Chips (Vegan & Gluten-Free)

Serving Size: Makes 40 chips (Serves 2)
Time: 5 to 10 minutes prep and 2 to 2 ½ hours baking

Ingredients:

• 2-3 organic, local apples. Gala, Honeycrisp and Cortland all work great. Experiment with your own varieties!
• Optional: Half teaspoon of cinnamon & half teaspoon of sugar (combined to sprinkle over the apples)

Directions:

1. Pre-heat the oven to 225 degrees.
2. Slice the apples about 1/8th of an inch thick with a knife or a mandolin. (I did it with a mandolin and HIGHLY recommend it!)
3. Arrange them on a parchment-paper-lined baking sheet so they do not overlap.
4. Optional: sprinkle with some cinnamon or cinnamon and sugar.
5. Bake for 1 hour.
6. Flip slices over.
7. Bake for one more hour, or until dry and crisp.
8. Enjoy!

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days, up to a week.