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Dehydrated Limes In The Air Fryer

Dehydrated Limes in the Air Fryer

4.67 from 6 votes
Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
20 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 30 Servings

Description

Easy homemade dehydrated lime slices made right in your air fryer at 120°F. Perfect for cocktails, tea, lime powder, baking, and beautiful holiday decor. One ingredient, two hours, endless uses.

Ingredients 

  • 6 fresh limes, (firm, bright green, organic preferred)
  • cooking spray, for the basket

Instructions

  • Wash and dry the limes. Rinse under cool water, scrub gently, and pat completely dry with a paper towel.
  • Slice evenly. Using a mandoline, slice each lime into 1/8-inch (3 mm) rounds. Discard the ends.
  • Blot the slices. Lay them on a paper towel and press another on top to soak up surface juice.
  • Arrange in the air fryer. Place slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overlap. Work in batches if necessary.
  • Dehydrate. Set the air fryer to 120°F (50°C) using the dehydrate setting. Run for 2 hours. Check at the 2-hour mark — if slices still feel tacky, continue in 30-minute increments until fully dry.
  • Test for doneness. Slices should snap when bent and feel light and dry. The rind should crack easily.
  • Cool completely. Transfer to a wire rack and cool for 15–20 minutes. They will crisp up further as they cool.
  • Store. Place in an airtight glass jar with a food-safe silica packet. Keep in a cool, dark, dry place for up to 12 months.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Mandoline slicer (recommended)
  • Sharp Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Paper towels
  • Airtight glass jar

Notes

Notes

  • Mandoline strongly recommended for even slicing. Always use the safety guard.
  • If your air fryer's minimum temperature is higher than 120°F, reduce time significantly — check at 30 and 45 minutes.
  • For lime powder, grind cooled slices in a spice grinder or coffee mill until fine. Sift to remove larger pieces.
  • Watch the color. If slices start browning, lower the temperature — sugars are caramelizing.
  • Don't store warm. Trapped steam causes mold. Always cool fully first.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 4kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.1gFat: 0.03gSaturated Fat: 0.003gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.003gSodium: 0.3mgPotassium: 14mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 7IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 0.1mg