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Oven Baked Apple Peel Chips

Published: Sep 12, 2019 · Modified: Aug 20, 2024 by Emma Fajcz · As an Amazon Influencer, we earn from qualifying purchases.

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If you're like me, you probably throw away the peelings when you make apple pie.  But, with this simple recipe, now you'll be able to enjoy the deliciousness of apple peel chips!  It literally only takes a few ingredients and about 10 minutes of prep.  Let's dig in!

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  • Ingredients
  • How to Make Apple Peel Chips
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  • Expert Tips
  • Other Fall Desserts to Enjoy
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Ingredients

ingredients for apple peel chips

Fortunately, you don't need many ingredients to make these delicious apple peel chips! Let's talk about what you need.

  • Apple Peels: Make sure the skins of the apples have been thoroughly washed before being peeled. Any type of apple peel will work well in this recipe.
  • Butter: This adds flavor and prevents the apple peels from sticking.
  • Sugar: This adds gentle sweetness to the apple peels. Feel free to swap for a different sweetener if you prefer.
  • Spices: I use a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and pumpkin pie spice for a balanced flavor, but you can tweak these to your taste.

See recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

How to Make Apple Peel Chips

Gather the ingredients.  You'll need 2 cups (88g) of peels, unsalted butter, sugar, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and nutmeg.

prepping cinnamon sugar and tossing apple peels with butter.
  1. Mix the sugar and spices together until well blended. (image 1)
  2. Melt the butter and toss the peels in it. (image 2)
tossing apple peels with sugar and spreading on a tray.
  1. Sprinkle a couple tablespoons of the cinnamon sugar on the peels and toss to combine. Reserve any extra cinnamon sugar for later. (image 3)
  2. Spread them evenly on a parchment-lined cookie sheet. (image 4)
baking the apple peel chips and tossing with sugar.
  1. Bake at 250°F for 2 ½ hours, until they are dark brown and crunchy. (image 5)
  2. Sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar mixture and enjoy. (image 6)

Recipe FAQs

What are apple peel chips?

They are strips of peels baked until brown and crispy. In my recipe, the peels are tossed in a little bit of melted butter and cinnamon sugar. They're a healthy, crunchy snack that's quick to prep and fun to eat.

Are apple peels good for you?

Yes, they are actually one of the most nutritious parts of an apple, since the skin contains most of the fiber and vitamins.

What can you use apple peelings for?

There are lots of ways to use them! Add them to make tea, smoothies, salads, or in infused water.

Can dogs eat apple chips?

Plain ones without cinnamon, sugar, or other spices are safe for healthy dogs to eat in small quantities. It's not good for dogs to consume lots of excess sugar, so make sure the chips are plain. As always, consult your veterinarian if you have any questions about feeding these to your dog.

How do you tell when apple peel chips are done?

They are done when they have turned a rich, dark brown and are crispy. It takes about 2 ½ hours at 250°F for thin peels to be baked. Thicker ones will take longer, but don't turn up the oven temperature; it increases the chance of burning.

How do you store apple peel chips?

Let them cool completely, then seal them tightly inside of a zip-top bag, glass jar, or airtight container. Store in a cool, dry, and dark place for up to 6 months. Don't freeze or refrigerate them.

Giving as Gifts: If you want to give away some of these to family or friends, you can package them in a pretty glass jar with a lid.  Tie a gift tag around it with a piece of twine, ribbon, or yarn.  See the photo below for an idea.

Serve

If you're looking for other fall apple recipes to enjoy, make sure to try our recipes for sparkling apple cider mocktail, spinach apple salad, and skillet fried apples.

plate of apple peel chips with apples

Expert Tips

  • Use thick peels for the best taste.  Super thin ones will bake faster and burn easier.
  • Leave some of the apple flesh on the peels.  This helps them taste better.
  • Bake them on parchment paper to catch any messes and keep the cookie sheet clean.
  • Bake them low and slow for the best results.  A high oven temp will burn them quickly.
  • Reserve the extra cinnamon sugar to sprinkle on later.

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Recipe

plate of apple peel chips

Oven Baked Apple Peel Chips

Oven baked apple peel chips are a frugal, healthy snack that’s easy to make!  These cinnamon sugar coated peels are baked until crunchy.  Kids will love eating these chips on the go!
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Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours hours 30 minutes minutes
Total Time: 2 hours hours 40 minutes minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 101kcal
Author: Brooke & Emma

Ingredients
 

  • 2 cups apple peels, from 4 large apples
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
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Instructions

  • Mix together the sugar and spices until well blended.
  • Toss the peels with the melted butter until evenly coated, then mix with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  • Spread them evenly on a parchment-lined cookie sheet and bake at 250 F for 2 ½ hours.  They are done when they are deep brown and very crunchy.
  • Sprinkle any extra cinnamon sugar on top and enjoy.

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Notes

  • Use thick peels for the best taste.  Super thin ones will bake faster and burn easier.
  • Leave some of the apple flesh on the peels.  This helps them taste better.
  • Bake them on parchment paper to catch any messes and keep the cookie sheet clean.
  • Bake them low and slow for the best results.  A high oven temp will burn them quickly.
  • Reserve the extra cinnamon sugar to sprinkle on later.

Nutrition

Calories: 101kcal (5%)Carbohydrates: 13g (4%)Protein: 1g (2%)Fat: 6g (9%)Saturated Fat: 4g (25%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mg (5%)Sodium: 1mgPotassium: 7mgFiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 12g (13%)Vitamin A: 180IU (4%)Vitamin C: 1mg (1%)Calcium: 9mg (1%)Iron: 1mg (6%)

Serving sizes and nutritional information are only an estimate and may vary from your results.

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  1. Brian

    April 13, 2021 at 6:00 pm

    5 stars
    Thank you Emma They! They taste great, and I'll do better next time.

    Reply
    • Emma

      April 14, 2021 at 8:09 am

      You're very welcome, Brian! Enjoy!

      Reply
  2. Brian

    April 13, 2021 at 4:25 pm

    Emma,
    If my apple skins curled up, were they too thin. Or should I have placed a mat over them?
    Sincerely, Brian

    Reply
    • Emma

      April 13, 2021 at 5:47 pm

      The peels probably curled because there wasn't much apple flesh left of them. There's no need to place a mat on them unless you're looking for perfectly flat peels. The peel chips will taste lovely regardless of whether they have curled.

      Reply
  3. Beth

    October 10, 2019 at 5:08 pm

    5 stars
    I learned a lot from reading this informative post. The chips look great. I like eating apples, and these sound great.

    Reply
    • Emma

      October 10, 2019 at 9:53 pm

      I'm glad that you found this post educational, Beth! Apple chips are a lovely autumn snack.

      Reply

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