Cinnamon Sugar Air Fryer Banana Chips (Print Version)

Crispy air-fried banana slices coated in cinnamon sugar make an irresistible sweet snack that's ready in under 30 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ Bananas

01 - 3 large ripe but firm bananas

→ Cinnamon Sugar Coating

02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
04 - 1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted (or neutral oil)

→ Optional

05 - Pinch of sea salt

# How to Prepare:

01 - Peel the bananas and cut them into thin, even slices about 1/8 inch thick for consistent cooking.
02 - Combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl until evenly blended.
03 - Brush both sides of the banana slices lightly with melted coconut oil, then sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar mixture on both sides.
04 - Place the coated banana slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if necessary to prevent overlapping.
05 - Air fry at 350°F for 10-15 minutes, flipping the chips halfway through. Monitor closely during the final minutes to prevent burning.
06 - Transfer the chips to a wire rack to cool completely; they will continue to crisp up as they cool. Optionally sprinkle with sea salt before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The smell alone is worth turning on the air fryer
  • They satisfy that crunchy snack craving without the guilt
  • The recipe doubles or triples easily for unexpected guests
02 -
  • Overlapping slices creates steam and prevents proper crisping
  • The chips might feel slightly soft when they first come out but will crisp as they cool
  • Watch like a hawk during the last 3 minutes because burned cinnamon sugar tastes terrible
03 -
  • Use slightly green bananas for maximum crisp potential
  • Let the air fryer preheat for 2 minutes before adding the banana slices
  • Work in small batches rather than overcrowding the basket

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