How Do You Dehydrate, Or Dry, APPLES?
Drying apples at home is easy and has several benefits as a method of food preservation. Unlike frozen apples, dried apples can be stored at room temperature and do not rely on electricity to maintain their quality. Unlike canned apples, dried apples take up significantly less space and are processed more naturally, with less heat, resulting in a nutritionally superior, less altered apple. Choosing Apples Choose firm, mature, high quality apples and dry them soon after harvesting. Wash the apple by spraying it with white vinegar and rinsing well. Remove any bad spots from the apple. Cutting Apples Cutting the apples uniformly will help them to dry evenly. Core the apples. Peel the apples. Peeling is optional if you are using the apples in potpourri, crafts or for powdering. Cut into ¼ to ½ inch rings or slices. Dipping Apples Apples should be dipped prior to drying to prevent oxidation. Oxidation is the browning of apples when exposed to air. Oxidation causes apples to lose some vitami
