These Cinnamon-Sugar Air Fryer Banana Chips are crispy, lightly sweet, and make a delicious snack that’s easy to prepare. They’re perfect for lunchboxes, movie nights, or satisfying a sweet craving without reaching for packaged snacks.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12–16 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2–4

Ingredients

• 2 firm bananas (slightly underripe work best)
• 1 tablespoon melted butter or coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Pinch of salt
• Cooking oil spray (optional)

Instructions

1. Slice the Bananas

• Peel the bananas.
• Slice them into ⅛-inch (3 mm) rounds for even cooking.

2. Season

• In a small bowl, mix together the sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
• Brush both sides of the banana slices lightly with melted butter or coconut oil.
• Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over both sides.

3. Preheat the Air Fryer

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

4. Air Fry

• Arrange the banana slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
• Air fry for 12–16 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking.
• The chips should be lightly golden and mostly dry. They will continue to crisp as they cool.

5. Cool

Transfer the banana chips to a wire rack and let them cool completely before serving. This helps them become crisp.

Flavor Variations

• 🍯 Honey Cinnamon: Drizzle with a little honey after cooking.
• 🥥 Coconut: Sprinkle with toasted coconut flakes after cooling.
• 🍫 Chocolate: Dip half of each cooled chip in melted dark chocolate.
• 🌰 Spiced: Add a pinch of nutmeg or pumpkin pie spice to the cinnamon sugar.

Tips for the Best Banana Chips

• ✔️ Use firm, slightly underripe bananas for crispier chips.
• ✔️ Slice the bananas evenly so they cook at the same rate.
• ✔️ Don’t overlap the slices in the basket.
• ✔️ Check frequently during the last few minutes to prevent burning.
• ✔️ Let the chips cool completely—they become crisp as they cool.

Serving Suggestions

Enjoy these banana chips:

• As a healthy snack
• With yogurt
• On oatmeal
• Mixed into homemade trail mix
• As a topping for smoothie bowls
• Packed in lunchboxes

Storage

• Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
• If they soften, air fry again at 150°C (300°F) for 2–3 minutes, then cool completely to restore their crispness.

Pro Tip: For extra-crispy banana chips, soak the slices in a mixture of 1 cup water and 1 tablespoon lemon juice for 2–3 minutes before drying and seasoning. This helps reduce browning and improves texture. 🍌✨