Description
Crispy and flavorful Cinnamon-Sugar Air Fryer Banana Chips are a quick and easy snack made by slicing ripe but firm bananas, coating them with a cinnamon-sugar mixture, and air frying until golden and crisp. Perfect for a healthy treat with a sweet and spicy twist.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 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 into thin, even rounds approximately ⅛-inch thick to ensure they cook crisply and evenly.
- Coat with Cinnamon-Sugar: In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon together. Toss the banana slices in 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 ensure it’s ready for cooking the banana slices evenly.
- Air Fry: Arrange the banana slices in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, making sure they don’t overlap. Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping the slices halfway through cooking to promote even crisping. Watch carefully towards the last few minutes to prevent burning.
- Cool and Serve: Transfer the banana chips to a wire rack to cool completely. Cooling helps them become extra crispy. Once cooled, serve immediately or store in an airtight container for later snacking.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm bananas to avoid mushy chips.
- Adjust the amount of sugar to taste or substitute with coconut sugar for a healthier option.
- Keep an eye on the chips while air frying as cooking times can vary based on air fryer model and banana thickness.
- Store cooled banana chips in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain crispness.
- You can experiment with additional spices like nutmeg or pumpkin pie spice for varied flavors.
