Crispy Cinnamon Sugar Banana Chips (Printable version)
Golden, crunchy banana chips tossed in cinnamon sugar - a quick, lighter snack in about 25 minutes.
# What you'll need:
→ Fruit
01 - 3 ripe but firm bananas
→ Coating
02 - 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil or neutral oil
03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - Pinch of salt
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (180°C) for 3 minutes.
02 - Peel the bananas and slice into 1/8-inch thick rounds using a sharp knife or mandoline.
03 - In a medium mixing bowl, gently toss banana slices with melted coconut oil to coat evenly.
04 - Mix together the granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt in a small bowl.
05 - Sprinkle half the cinnamon sugar mixture over the banana slices and toss until coated.
06 - Place banana slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring slices do not overlap. Work in batches if needed.
07 - Air fry for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping the banana slices halfway through, until golden and crisp. Monitor closely to avoid over-browning.
08 - Immediately while the chips are warm, toss with the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture.
09 - Allow banana chips to cool completely for optimal crispiness before serving.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The sweet crunch tastes indulgent but takes only minutes to make in the air fryer.
- It’s naturally gluten and dairy free, so everyone in the house happily grabs a handful.
02 -
- If you crowd the basket, the chips will steam instead of crisp—tempting, but trust me, just do the batches.
- Sprinkling on their final cinnamon sugar coating while still warm is what makes them utterly crave-worthy.
03 -
- A mandoline makes even slicing simple and fast—just watch your fingers.
- Savor the chips as soon as they cool, but if you’re restraint-challenged, store in small jars to avoid snacking the whole batch at once.