Drying apples is a good way to preserve them for use in your favorite recipes later on down the road. It’s also the secret to making apple chips , which are a tasty snack in their own right. No matter how you intend to use them, drying apples at home couldn't be easier—all you need is an oven and a couple of hours. Just slice your washed, cored apples into rings and stick them in a preheated oven for 2-3 hours. When they come out, they’ll be delicate, crunchy, and oh-so-sweet. [ Edit ] Ingredients 1-2 apples (washed, cored, and sliced) water lemon juice Cinnamon, nutmeg, apple pie spice, or other seasonings (optional—to taste) *Makes approximately 20-50 slices* [ Edit ] Steps [ Edit ] Slicing Your Apples Preheat your oven to around . Before you get started, turn on your oven to its lowest heat setting. That way, you can wash, core, and slice your apples while the oven is warming up. Once the oven reaches the desired temperature, all you’ll have to do is pop in the appl