Apple chip facts for kids

Dried apple chips

Dehydrated apple chips

Apple chips are thin, crispy slices of apple. They are a popular snack food. When apple chips get old, they become drier and even more crispy. They do not get chewy, but rather harder.

You can make apple chips in different ways. They can be fried, deep-fried, or baked. Some are made using a special process called dehydration. This means removing all the water from the apple slices. Another method is vacuum frying, which uses less oil. Microwave vacuum-drying can make apple chips light and puffy.

Apple chips can be very crispy and dense. Or, they can be puffed up but still crunchy. People often add cinnamon for flavor. They might also be sweetened with powdered sugar. Apple chips are great on their own. You can also eat them with different dips. Many apple chips are made in large factories in the United States.

How to Enjoy Apple Chips

Apple chips are a flexible snack. They can be eaten by themselves. They also go well with other foods.

Using Apple Chips in Meals

Apple chips can add a crunchy texture to many dishes.

• You can put them in sandwiches.
• They are a tasty ingredient in desserts.
• Try them in cookies or other sweet treats.
• Apple chips can also be a garnish. This means they are used to decorate a dish.

Who Makes Apple Chips?

Many companies make apple chips for sale. This is called mass production.

• Some well-known companies include Seneca Foods.
• Other brands are Bare Fruit and Buddy Fruits.
• Tyrrell's also makes apple chips.
• Bare Fruit and Buddy Fruits apple chips are made only from apples. They do not have other ingredients.