How to Dehydrate Peaches
Servings: 1 serving
Yields: 1 peach per serving
Calories: 32kcal
Learn how to dehydrate peaches with these simple, step-by-step instructions, allowing you to enjoy peach season year-round!
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Ingredients
- Fresh peaches Note 1
Equipment
- 1-10 teflon sheets
Instructions
To peel the peaches:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Using a sharp paring knife, cut a large but shallow x into the bottom of each peach.Fresh peaches
- Carefully submerge the peaches into the simmering water and blanch for 30 seconds or so.
- Use a slotted spoon or a spider skimmer to transfer the peaches to a large bowl of ice water. (TIP: Don’t blanch the peaches too long, or they will get mushy. They need just enough to loosen the peel.)
- Once cool enough to handle, gently pull the skin away from the peach starting from the X.
To dehydrate the peaches:
- Using a paring knife, cut the peaches in half. Remove the pit and cut each half into thin slices, about ¼ -inch thick. Try to make the slices as uniform as you can so they dry at the same rate.
- Arrange the peach slices in a single layer on a dehydrator tray, lined with Teflon sheets.
- Set the dehydrator temperature to 135°F (60°C) and let the peaches dry for about 12-16 hours, or until all the pieces are fully dry.
- Let the peach slices cool completely and then store them in an airtight container.
Notes
Note 1: For dehydrating peaches, you'll want to choose varieties that are known for their sweet and flavorful taste, as well as their firm texture. Some of the best types of peaches for dehydrating include:
- Freestone Peaches: These peaches have flesh that easily separates from the pit, making them ideal for slicing and dehydrating.
- Clingstone Peaches: While a bit harder to remove the pit from, clingstone peaches are also suitable for dehydrating due to their sweet and juicy flesh.
- Elberta Peaches: This classic peach variety is well-known for its excellent flavor and firm texture, making it a great choice for dehydrating.
- O'Henry Peaches: O'Henry peaches have a sweet and tangy flavor, and their firm flesh makes them perfect for dehydrating.
- Donut Peaches (Saturn Peaches): These unique peaches have a flattened shape and are great for dehydrating due to their sweet taste and low moisture content. Storing Tips:
- Allow the dehydrated peaches to cool completely.
- Transfer the peaches to an airtight container.
- Store them in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year.
- Vacuum seal the peaches for longer-lasting storage.
- Freestone Peaches: These peaches have flesh that easily separates from the pit, making them ideal for slicing and dehydrating.
- Clingstone Peaches: While a bit harder to remove the pit from, clingstone peaches are also suitable for dehydrating due to their sweet and juicy flesh.
- Elberta Peaches: This classic peach variety is well-known for its excellent flavor and firm texture, making it a great choice for dehydrating.
- O'Henry Peaches: O'Henry peaches have a sweet and tangy flavor, and their firm flesh makes them perfect for dehydrating.
- Donut Peaches (Saturn Peaches): These unique peaches have a flattened shape and are great for dehydrating due to their sweet taste and low moisture content. Storing Tips:
- Allow the dehydrated peaches to cool completely.
- Transfer the peaches to an airtight container.
- Store them in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year.
- Vacuum seal the peaches for longer-lasting storage.
Nutrition
Servings: 1 peach
Calories: 32kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 0.2g
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 10mg