Crispy Cinnamon Sugar Banana Chips (Printable Version)

Golden cinnamon-sugar banana chips made in the air fryer for a crunchy, lighter snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 3 ripe but firm bananas

→ Coating

02 - 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil or other neutral oil
03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - Pinch of salt

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (180°C) for 3 minutes.
02 - Peel the bananas and slice them into 1/8-inch rounds using a sharp knife or mandoline.
03 - Gently toss the banana slices in a medium bowl with the melted coconut oil until evenly coated.
04 - In a separate bowl, combine the granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
05 - Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the banana slices and toss to distribute evenly.
06 - Place the banana slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring there is no overlap. Work in batches if necessary.
07 - Air fry the banana slices for 12–15 minutes, turning them halfway through, until crisp and golden. Watch them closely to avoid burning.
08 - Immediately after removing from the air fryer, toss the warm banana chips with the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture.
09 - Let the banana chips cool completely on a wire rack or paper towel to achieve full crispiness before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • These banana chips give you the satisfying crunch of a classic snack with only a handful of pantry ingredients, and you can tweak the spices as you like.
  • Unlike oven-baked versions, the air fryer does all the work in minutes and there’s barely any cleanup to worry about.
02 -
  • Leave the banana chips to cool completely before sealing them up, or the steam will make them lose their crunch fast.
  • Cutting bananas too thick means chewy chips instead of crispy—use a sharp knife or mandoline to get it right every time.
03 -
  • Line your air fryer basket with parchment with little holes poked in to stop sticky chips from sticking, but don’t cover the entire surface or air won’t circulate.
  • Bananas ripen fast on the counter—use them while still just yellow for best results.

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