Description
Crispy and sweet cinnamon-sugar banana chips made effortlessly in the air fryer. This recipe uses firm bananas coated with coconut oil and a cinnamon-sugar mixture, then air-fried to perfection for a healthy, delicious snack in just 25 minutes.
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 optimal temperature for crisping the banana slices evenly.
- Prepare the Bananas: Peel the firm bananas and slice them into thin rounds, about ⅛-inch thick, to achieve a perfect crispy texture when cooked.
- Make the Cinnamon-Sugar Coating: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon thoroughly to create a sweet and aromatic coating for the bananas.
- Coat the Banana Slices: Toss the banana slices gently with the melted coconut oil or butter, making sure each slice is lightly but evenly coated to help the cinnamon-sugar mixture adhere.
- Add the Cinnamon-Sugar: Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the coated banana slices and toss gently again to ensure all pieces have a uniform sweet cinnamon flavor.
- Air Fry: Arrange the banana slices in a single layer inside the air fryer basket without overlapping. Cook them at 300°F for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through to crisp both sides evenly.
- Cool and Serve: When the banana chips are golden brown and crispy, remove them carefully and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, enjoy your homemade cinnamon-sugar banana chips as a delightful snack.
Notes
- Use firm, slightly underripe bananas for the best crispness; overripe bananas can be too soft and won’t crisp well.
- Make sure banana slices are evenly coated with oil to prevent burning and to help the sugar stick.
- Flip the chips halfway through cooking to ensure even crisping on both sides.
- Store leftover banana chips in an airtight container to maintain their crisp texture.
- If you prefer, substitute coconut oil with melted butter or any mild cooking oil.
