Step 1

Wash berries and remove the stems. Add berries, lemon juice, and sweetener to a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth.

Step 2

Pour the strawberry puree into a medium sized saucepan. Heat over medium for about 10 minutes. Stir it frequently. This helps remove moisture so the berries don't need to be dehydrated as long.

Step 3

To dehydrate in the oven, place parchment paper or a silicone mat on a baking tray. Then spread a thin later about 1/4 inch thick of puree onto the pan. Bake at 170 degrees F for about 3 to 4 hours.

Step 4

To dehydrate in a food dehydrator, line the trays with parchment paper. Pour the strawberry puree in a 1/4 inch even layer and dehydrate for 3 to 4 hours.

Step 5

Let the strawberry fruit leather cool completely. Then cut into strips and wrap in parchment paper. Store in an airtight container or in the fridge for 1 month or in the freezer up to a year.