Cinnamon-Sugar Air Fryer Banana Chips Recipe
These Cinnamon-Sugar Air Fryer Banana Chips are a healthy, crunchy, and sweet snack made from thinly sliced bananas lightly coated with cinnamon and sugar. Air fried to perfection, they offer a guilt-free alternative to processed snacks with a perfect balance of natural banana sweetness and warm cinnamon spice. Quick to prepare and customizable in sweetness, they make a delightful treat anytime.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: 2-3 servings
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: N/A
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
INGREDIENTS
- 3 firm, underripe to slightly ripe bananas
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (or brown sugar)
- Cooking spray or 1 teaspoon oil (such as coconut or neutral oil)
- Optional: a pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Bananas: Peel the bananas and slice them thinly and evenly, about 1/8 inch thick, using a sharp knife or mandoline to ensure uniform cooking.
- Mix the Cinnamon-Sugar Coating: In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon of cinnamon with 2 tablespoons of sugar. Adjust the ratio if desired to your preferred sweetness and spice level.
- Lightly Oil the Banana Slices: Spray or brush the banana slices lightly with cooking spray or a small amount of oil to help the cinnamon-sugar mixture stick and promote crispiness.
- Coat with Cinnamon-Sugar: Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over both sides of the banana slices, ensuring a light and consistent dusting for maximum flavor.
- Arrange and Air Fry: Place the coated banana slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Set the air fryer to 300°F (150°C) and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chips are golden and crispy.
- Cool and Enjoy: Transfer the cooked chips to a wire rack or parchment paper to cool completely. This helps maintain their crisp texture before serving or storing.
Notes
- Uniform Slices: Consistent thickness (about 1/8 inch) is crucial for even cooking and perfect crispness.
- Use Firm Bananas: Slightly underripe bananas are best as ripe ones may turn mushy.
- Don’t Overcrowd: Arrange slices in a single layer in the air fryer to allow even hot air circulation.
- Flip Halfway: Turning the chips midway ensures both sides become evenly crunchy.
- Cool Before Storing: Let chips cool fully before placing in an airtight container to keep them crispy.
- Storage: Keep leftovers at room temperature in an airtight container up to 4 days or freeze for up to one month, reheating in the air fryer to re-crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
