A naturally sweet, crisp snack using your favorite apples.

Ingredients

• Apples, any preferred variety

Why it works

For a shortcut, buy packaged apple chips labeled no salt added and no added sugar. Unsalted nuts and packaged banana chips are snack suggestions, not separate recipes.

Step-by-step instructions

1. Preheat oven to 250°F and line a baking sheet with parchment.
2. Slice apples thinly, about ⅛ inch or thinner; use a guard with a mandoline.
3. Arrange in a single layer and bake for 1 hour, flipping halfway through.
4. Cool to crisp; thicker slices may require longer baking.

No added salt means no salt added during preparation; naturally occurring sodium varies by ingredient. Check package labels.