Description
Crispy, sweet, and perfectly spiced, these Cinnamon-Sugar Air Fryer Banana Chips are an easy and healthy snack made by air frying thinly sliced underripe bananas coated in a buttery cinnamon-sugar mixture. Ready in just 25 minutes, they offer a delicious alternative to store-bought chips with a homemade touch and minimal oil.
Ingredients
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Banana Chips Ingredients
- 2 firm bananas (slightly underripe)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or melted butter
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 300°F (150°C) for 5 minutes to ensure it reaches the correct temperature for even cooking.
- Prepare the Bananas: Peel the bananas and carefully slice them into ⅛-inch-thick rounds to ensure crispiness while air frying.
- Make the Cinnamon-Sugar Coating: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon thoroughly to create the sweet spice mixture.
- Coat the Banana Slices: Gently toss the banana slices with the melted coconut oil or butter, making sure each slice is lightly and evenly coated to help the cinnamon-sugar adhere and improve crisping.
- Add the Cinnamon-Sugar: Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the coated banana slices and toss gently to cover all slices evenly.
- Air Fry: Arrange the banana slices in a single layer inside the air fryer basket without overlapping. Air fry them at 300°F for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even crisping and golden color.
- Cool and Serve: Once golden brown and crisp, remove the banana chips from the air fryer and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely, allowing them to crisp up further. Serve as a delightful homemade snack.
Notes
- Use slightly underripe bananas as they hold their shape better during air frying and yield crispier chips.
- Adjust the sugar and cinnamon amounts if you prefer less sweetness or spice.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- Store cooled banana chips in an airtight container to maintain crisp texture.
- Optional: Substitute coconut oil with melted butter or any neutral oil depending on dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
