🍓 Oven-Dried Strawberries – A Sweet & Chewy Snack

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These homemade oven-dried strawberries are chewy, naturally sweet, and totally guilt-free. With no added sugar and all the flavor concentrated into every bite, they’re the perfect W-W zero-point snack or a clever topping for everything from yogurt to oatmeal.

Prep Time: 15 minutes · Cook Time: 2.5–3 hours · Total Time: 3 hours
Servings: 4–6 · W-W Points: 0 points (when using plain strawberries)

📖 Table of Contents

  • Why You’ll Love This Snack

  • Ingredients & Equipment

  • How to Make Oven-Dried Strawberries

  • Serving Ideas & Storage

  • Tips & FAQs

  • W-W Nutritional Info

  • Kristy’s Note

  • More W-W Snack Recipes

  • Try & Share!

❤️ Why You’ll Love This Snack

As a W-W coach and mom of two snack-happy kids, I’m always looking for treats that taste like candy but don’t rack up points—and these oven-dried strawberries are just that! They’re chewy, naturally sweet, and make the perfect on-the-go munch or yogurt topping. Bonus: they taste like homemade fruit roll-ups!

🍓 Ingredients & Equipment Needed

Ingredients:

  • Strawberries – Fresh, ripe, and sweet. The riper, the better the flavor!

  • Optional Add-Ons – A dash of lemon juice or sprinkle of monk fruit sweetener if desired.

Equipment:

  • Oven

  • Baking sheet

  • Parchment paper or silicone baking mat

  • Sharp knife

  • Cooling rack (optional)

🔪 How to Make Oven-Dried Strawberries

  1. Preheat Oven
    Set your oven to 200°F (93°C)—the perfect low-temp for slow drying.

  2. Prep the Strawberries
    Rinse and gently pat dry. Hull the tops and slice the berries into even 1/8 to 1/4-inch slices.

  3. Optional: Add Flavor
    Toss slices in a tiny splash of lemon juice or a light zero-point sweetener if desired.

  4. Line the Baking Sheet
    Place parchment or a silicone mat on the sheet, and lay out the strawberry slices in a single layer—no overlaps!

  5. Bake Low and Slow
    Bake for 2.5 to 3 hours, flipping halfway. They should be chewy and slightly shriveled, but not crispy.

  6. Cool Completely
    Let cool on the baking sheet or a wire rack. This helps them finish drying.

🥣 Serving & Storage Ideas

  • Toppings: Add to W-W-friendly yogurt, oatmeal, or a smoothie bowl

  • Snacks: Keep in snack-size baggies for your purse, gym bag, or lunchboxes

  • Dessert Garnish: Add to banana nice cream or W-W chocolate mug cake

  • Storage: Keep in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks (or longer in the fridge)

🧠 Tips & FAQs

Can I make these in an air fryer?
Yes! Set your air fryer to 180–200°F and check after 1.5 hours. Flip halfway.

Why are my strawberries sticky?
They may need a bit longer to dry. Let them cool fully before storing to avoid moisture buildup.

Can I freeze them?
Absolutely—store them in a freezer-safe bag and thaw as needed.

🥗 W-W Nutritional Info (Per Serving)

  • Calories: ~30 kcal

  • W-W SmartPoints: 0 (if no sweetener added)

  • Carbs: ~7g

  • Fiber: ~2g

  • Sugar: ~5g (natural)

  • Protein: 0g

  • Fat: 0g

👩‍🍳 Kristy’s Note

These chewy little gems are a pantry staple in my house. They’re so easy to make, kids love them, and they’re a sweet W-W-friendly swap for high-sugar snacks. I keep a jar on my counter at all times!

🍪 More W-W Snack Ideas You’ll Love

  • W-W Chocolate Banana Muffins

  • Air-Fried Apple Chips

  • Greek Yogurt Bark with Berries

  • Protein-Packed Energy Bites

💬 Try It & Share!

Did you make these Oven-Dried Strawberries? I’d love to see your snack hacks! Tag me @KristyCookRecipes and drop a comment below with your twist. Let’s keep snacking smart—sweetly! 💖

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