How to Dehydrate Pears (Oven or Dehydrator)
Enjoy the deliciously chewy and naturally sweet flavor of dehydrated pears. It's a nutritious snack that will quickly become a new family-favorite!
Equipment
- Cutting board
- Knife or mandolin
- dehydrator or sheet pans lined with parchment paper
- Mandolin slicer optional
- glass jar
- oxygen absorber optional
Ingredients
- fresh, ripe pears, at least 2-3 pears
Instructions
How to Dehydrate Pears in the Dehydrator
- Rinse and dry the pears. Slice them into thin rounds or slices using either a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer. I prefer to slice around the core, then cut those into thin 1/4 inch pieces, but you can also cut them through the core for a large round slice.
- Set the dehydrator to 135 degrees F. Arrange the pear slices on the dehydrator trays and dry for 6-8 hours or until completely dry.
- Allow the pears to cool to room temperature, then store them in an airtight container, like a mason jar, for up to 1 year.
How to Dry Pears in the Oven
- Prepare the pear slices following the instructions above.
- Set the oven to the lowest temperature it can tolerate (usually 170 F). Arrange the pear slices on a sheet pan lined with a baking sheet or silicone mat. Place the tray in the oven and prop open the oven door with a wooden spoon to help drop the temperature.
- Dry the pears for 1-2 hours, then turn and continue drying for an additional 1-2 hours. Remove the pears from the oven when they are fully dried.
- Let the pears cool to room temperature before storing the dried pear slices in a mason jar.
Notes
For best results, use pears that are ripe but still slightly firm or pears that are perfectly ripe. Avoid pears that are overripe (too juicy, gritty, soft spots, etc).
Feel free to use any variety of pear you like!