Description
Delightfully crunchy and naturally sweet, these Sweet Cinnamon Air Fryer Banana Chips transform simple, firm bananas into a guilt-free snack bursting with warm cinnamon flavor and a zesty hint of lemon. Perfect for busy home cooks and health-conscious snack lovers, this recipe offers a quick, low-oil dessert alternative that’s as fun to make as it is to eat.
Ingredients
- Bananas: 3–4 firm bananas (green or yellow for optimal crispiness)
- Oil: 1–2 teaspoons coconut oil (or avocado/olive oil)
- Ground Cinnamon: 1–2 teaspoons
- Lemon Juice: 1 tablespoon (to prevent browning and add a tangy twist)
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 300°F (150°C) to ensure even cooking.
- Slice the Bananas: Using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer, cut the bananas into rounds approximately 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick.
- Mix the Coating: In a small bowl, combine the oil, ground cinnamon, and lemon juice.
- Coat the Slices: Gently toss the banana slices in the mixture until they are evenly coated.
- Arrange in the Air Fryer: Lay the slices in a single, non-overlapping layer in the air fryer basket; work in batches if necessary.
- Cook: Air fry for 22–28 minutes, flipping the slices halfway through for uniform crisping.
- Cool and Serve: Transfer the chips to a wire rack and let them cool for a few minutes before serving to enhance their crunch.
Notes
- Use only firm bananas to achieve the best texture.
- Uniform slicing is crucial for even cooking; consider using a mandoline for consistency.
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure every chip crisps perfectly.
- For variations, try a drizzle of honey/maple syrup for extra sweetness or a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes (average)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup of banana chips
- Calories: ~100 calories
- Sugar: ~12 g
- Sodium: ~10–15 mg
- Fat: ~3–5 g
- Saturated Fat: ~1–2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~2–3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: ~20–25 g
- Fiber: ~2–3 g
- Protein: ~1–2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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