Crispy Cinnamon Sugar Banana Chips (Printable version)
Golden cinnamon-sugar banana chips air-fried to a crisp — a light, crunchy, vegetarian and gluten-free snack.
# What you 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
# How To:
01 - Preheat the air fryer to 350°F for 3 minutes.
02 - Peel the bananas and slice each into 1/8-inch thick coins using a sharp knife or mandoline.
03 - Place banana slices in a medium mixing bowl and gently toss with melted coconut oil to ensure even coverage.
04 - Combine granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl.
05 - Add half of the cinnamon sugar mixture to the bananas and toss gently to coat.
06 - Arrange the banana slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overlapping. Air fry in batches if necessary.
07 - Cook at 350°F for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping slices halfway through, until golden and crisp. Monitor closely to avoid overbrowning as air fryer performance may vary.
08 - While still warm, gently toss chips with the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture.
09 - Allow banana chips to cool completely to maximize crispiness before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- You get a crunchy, sweet snack that actually feels good to eat, no frying required.
- It’s unbelievably easy and the air fryer does all the hard work—plus, they always vanish fast, even with picky snackers.
02 -
- If you slice the bananas too thick, you’ll only get chewy bits (learned that after one sticky batch).
- Letting the chips cool completely is crucial; a still-warm chip will seem soft but turns shatteringly crisp with patience.
03 -
- Slicing as evenly as possible means no surprises—every chip cooks at the same rate.
- Sugar can burn quickly during air frying, so peek at the batch in the last few minutes for perfect results.