Description
Deliciously crispy and sweet cinnamon-sugar banana chips made effortlessly in an air fryer. These homemade snacks are perfect for a healthy treat or on-the-go munching, using firm bananas coated with coconut oil and a cinnamon-sugar blend for an irresistible flavor.
Ingredients
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 even cooking and perfect crispiness.
- Slice Bananas: Peel the bananas and carefully slice them into thin rounds about ⅛-inch thick, ensuring even thickness for uniform cooking.
- Mix Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon thoroughly to create the cinnamon-sugar blend.
- Coat Banana Slices: Gently toss the banana slices with melted coconut oil or butter until each piece is lightly coated, which helps the seasoning stick and promotes crispiness.
- Apply Cinnamon Sugar: Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the coated banana slices, tossing gently to cover all pieces without breaking them.
- Arrange in Basket: Lay the banana slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure slices do not overlap to allow proper air circulation. Work in batches if necessary.
- Air Fry: Cook the banana slices at 300°F for 15 minutes, flipping them halfway through to ensure even browning and crisp texture. Watch closely to avoid burning.
- Cool Completely: Remove the chips when they are golden brown and crisp. Transfer them to a wire rack to cool fully, allowing them to firm up and get extra crispy as they cool.
Notes
- Use firm, slightly underripe bananas to achieve the best crispiness; overripe bananas will become too soft.
- Adjust the sugar quantity to reduce sweetness if desired, or try alternative sweeteners like maple sugar.
- Ensure banana slices are uniform in thickness for even cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow proper airflow and crispiness.
- Store cooled banana chips in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
