We have an apricot tree in our side yard. Last year was the first fruit we had seen on it. I was pretty excited, but between the wasps, ants and birds there is not a whole lot of fruit to harvest. I was telling my Mom I didn't know what to do with it and she had the greatest idea! Fruit leather! My Mom is always full of great ideas. The next afternoon it was just me and the four young girls (Marie took Ammon and Zoe to Seven Peaks Water Park!! Thanks again Marie!!). Tori went down for a nap so it was perfect timing!!
Britain and Kalixta cut the washed fruit in half and took out the seeds.
They had fun getting all dirty!
Ariana just wanted to watch!
Then we pureed the fruit and poured in onto a cookie sheet that had parchment paper on it!
While I was in California my mom gave me a new flirty apron that she made!! Isn't it SO cute! Thanks Mom!!
Baked it in the oven for like 10 hours on low. It turned out good. I cooked it a little too long so the edges where crispy and hard to get off the paper. Can't wait to try another flavor….like strawberry!!!
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awesome.
are you growing strawberries?
Love the apron!!!! My kids keep keeping seeds and BEGGING for us to plant a couple of fruit trees. Maybe one day …
No, Andi I wish! They are my favorite fruit and I am hoping they will be on sale again soon!
I just love your mom! What a great apron and idea AND it looked so delicious. I never thought of making my own fruit leathers. Seriously, though, 10 hours? LOL!