Description
Crisp and sweet, these Cinnamon-Sugar Air Fryer Banana Chips make a deliciously healthy snack. Thinly sliced ripe but firm bananas are lightly coated in melted coconut oil or butter, dusted with a fragrant cinnamon-sugar blend, and air fried to golden perfection. Perfect for a quick treat or topping for oatmeal and yogurt.
Ingredients
Scale
Banana Chips
- 2 ripe but firm bananas, peeled and sliced into thin rounds (about ⅛-inch thick)
- 1 tbsp coconut oil or melted butter
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar (or coconut sugar)
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare Bananas: Peel the bananas and slice them evenly into thin rounds about ⅛-inch thick to ensure even cooking and crispness.
- Coat with Cinnamon-Sugar: In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Toss the banana slices in the melted coconut oil or butter, then evenly coat them with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 3-5 minutes to get it ready for cooking the banana chips.
- Air Fry: Arrange the banana slices in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Cook them for 8-10 minutes, flipping the slices halfway through to ensure both sides become crisp. Keep a close watch to prevent burning.
- Cool and Serve: Once cooked, transfer the banana chips to a wire rack to cool completely. This cooling step helps them crisp up further before serving.
Notes
- For best results, choose ripe but firm bananas to maintain slices’ shape and achieve crispiness.
- You can substitute granulated sugar with coconut sugar or a sugar alternative for different flavor profiles.
- Monitor the chips closely while air frying to avoid burning since cooking times can vary by model.
- Store leftover banana chips in an airtight container to keep them crispy for several days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
