Cinnamon-Sugar Air Fryer Banana Chips

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Introduction

These Cinnamon-Sugar Air Fryer Banana Chips are a crispy, naturally sweet, and healthy snack. They’re a great alternative to store-bought chips, with no preservatives or artificial ingredients. Made with just a few pantry staples, these banana chips are perfect for snacking, topping yogurt, or adding to granola. The air fryer makes them quick, crispy, and delicious without deep-frying!

Ingredients

2 ripe but firm bananas (not overly soft)

1 tbsp lemon juice (prevents browning)

1 tbsp coconut oil or melted butter

2 tbsp brown sugar or coconut sugar

1 tsp ground cinnamon

½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)

A pinch of salt

Instructions

Prepare the Bananas

Peel the bananas and slice them into ¼-inch thick even rounds.

Place them in a bowl and gently toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.

Coat with Cinnamon-Sugar

In a small bowl, mix coconut oil (or melted butter), brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.

Gently coat the banana slices in this mixture.

Air Fry the Banana Chips

Preheat the air fryer to 300°F (150°C) for 3 minutes.

Arrange the banana slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket (avoid overlapping).

Air fry for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Check for crispiness—if they’re not fully crisp, air fry for an additional 2-3 minutes in 2-minute intervals.

Cool and Serve

Remove the banana chips from the air fryer and let them cool on a wire rack for 5-10 minutes (they will crisp up more as they cool).

Total Time Breakdown

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes

Cooling Time: 5-10 minutes

Total Time: ~25-30 minutes

Tips

Use firm bananas – Overripe bananas may turn mushy instead of crispy.

Slice evenly – Uniform thickness ensures even cooking.

Don’t overcrowd – Leave space between slices for better air circulation.

Storage – If they soften after storage, reheat in the air fryer at 300°F for 2-3 minutes.

Enjoy your crispy, homemade Cinnamon-Sugar Banana Chips!