Homemade Beetroot Powder
Homemade beetroot powder adds a rosy tint and a mild, earthy flavor to smoothies, yogurt and batters. It takes 5 minutes to prep, and all you need is fresh beetroot, an air fryer and a grinder.
I used this to make my pink latte and it was such a hit with everyone!
The beetroot needs to be dry enough to snap or crumble before you grind it. A quick pass through a fine-mesh sieve gives you a finer powder that’s easier to stir into whatever you’re making.
I used this technique when I made my Air Fyer ginger powder too!
Quick Look: Homemade Beetroot Powder
- 🔪 Prep time: 5 minutes
- ⏲️ Cook time: 30 minutes
- 👪 Servings: 8
- 📋 Main ingredients: Fresh beetroot
- ♨️ Cooking method: Air-fry → Grind → Sift
- ⭐ Difficulty: Easy
- 🥣 Serving ideas: Stir into smoothies, on yogurt bowls, in frosting or pancake batter.
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- Quick Look: Homemade Beetroot Powder
- What's So Great About the Recipe?
- Recipe Ingredients
- Substitutions & Variations
- How to Make Homemade Beetroot Powder
- 💭 Top Tip
- Tips & Tricks to Nail the Recipe
- How to Use Beetroot Powder
- Troubleshooting and FAQs
- More Scratch-Made Spices and Seasonings
- Homemade Beetroot Powder
What's So Great About the Recipe?
- One ingredient. Fresh beetroot supplies the color and flavor all on its own. This is what I did when I made Air Fryer dried mint too.
- Easy to add a little at a time. Start with a small sprinkle, then stir in more to get the shade and flavor you want.
Recipe Ingredients
Fresh beetroot: Choose firm beets and scrub off any dirt before peeling. The peeled beetroot can be sliced into thin rounds or grated.
See recipe card for quantities.
Substitutions & Variations
- Use thin rounds. Slice them evenly so they finish drying at roughly the same time.
- Grate the beetroot. Spread the shreds loosely in the basket so damp clumps can dry. I actually chopped up the bell peppers when I made Air Fryer dehydrated bell peppers, it was a breeze.
How to Make Homemade Beetroot Powder
- Scrub the beetroot, pat it dry and peel it. Slice it into rounds about 2–3 mm thick or grate it with a box grater.
- Spread the beetroot in a thin, even layer in the lined air-fryer basket. Air-fry for 20–30 minutes, checking as it dries.
- Let the pieces cool completely and test them. If they still bend or feel damp, return them to the air fryer, then cool them and check again.
- Grind the dry beetroot in a clean, dry grinder jar. Sift through a fine-mesh sieve and grind any coarse pieces again.
💭 Top Tip
Test a cooled piece from the thickest part of the batch. If it bends instead of snapping or crumbling, it needs more drying time.
Tips & Tricks to Nail the Recipe
- Work in batches if needed. Keep the beetroot in a thin layer so air can circulate.
- Start with a dry grinder. Moisture in the jar can make freshly ground powder clump. I realized this when I made homemade strawberry sugar too.
- Sift before storing. Return the larger bits to the grinder so the finished powder has an even texture.
How to Use Beetroot Powder
Stir a pinch into plain yogurt or blend it into a smoothie. For a pink tint in frosting, pancake batter or homemade pasta dough, add a little at a time and mix well to see the color before adding more.
I used this beetroot powder once while making spaghetti pancake and they turned out SO beautiful!
Troubleshooting and FAQs
Yes. Grate the peeled beetroot with a box grater and spread it in a thin layer. Break up clumps so the shreds can dry evenly.
The beetroot may still have moisture or the grinder jar may be damp. Let the dried beetroot cool fully, check that it snaps or crumbles, and use a clean, dry jar.
Transfer the completely cooled, dry powder to an airtight jar and keep it in a cool, dark, dry spot. Use a dry spoon each time.
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Homemade Beetroot Powder
Ingredients
- 3-4 beetroots
Instructions
- Wash and clean the beetroots thoroughly to remove any dirt. Pat them dry.
- Peel off their skin and slice them into rounds about 2-3 mm thick or grate them using a box grater.
- Spread in a thin, even layer in your lined Air Fryer basket and air fry for 20-30 minutes.
- Let the dehydrated pieces cool down completely, check and air fry again if needed to dry completely.
- Transfer to a clean, dry mixer grinder jar and grind until you get a smooth powder.
- Sift through a fine mesh sieve to remove any coarse bits and re-grind if needed.
- Store in an airtight jar or container.
Notes
- Choose firm, fresh beetroots and scrub them thoroughly before peeling and slicing.
- Slice the beetroot into evenly sized 2–3 mm rounds so they dry uniformly. Grated beetroot works too, but spread it loosely to prevent clumping.
- Arrange the pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if necessary to allow proper air circulation.
- Check the beetroot periodically during drying, as the time can vary depending on the thickness of the slices and your air fryer.
- Let the dried beetroot cool completely before grinding. It should snap or crumble easily rather than bend.
- Use a completely clean and dry grinder jar to prevent moisture from making the powder clump.
- Sift the ground powder through a fine-mesh sieve and regrind any larger pieces for a smooth, even consistency.
- Store the completely dried powder in an airtight jar in a cool, dark, dry place. Always use a dry spoon.
