Introduction

Crispy, sweet, and lightly spiced, these Cinnamon-Sugar Air Fryer Banana Chips make a delightful and healthier snack. Using ripe bananas and a simple cinnamon-sugar coating, they come together quickly in an air fryer for a perfect treat anytime.

A basket lined with white paper holds a pile of golden-yellow plantain chips dusted with fine white sugar and cinnamon powder. The chips are thin, round, and slightly browned in spots, showing a crispy texture. The basket has a black edge and is placed on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 medium ripe bananas (firm, yellow with minimal spotting)
1 tablespoon coconut sugar or brown sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Cooking spray (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Peel the bananas and slice them evenly into thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick, to ensure they cook evenly and become crispy.
Step 2: In a small bowl, mix the coconut or brown sugar with the ground cinnamon.
Step 3: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking, if desired.
Step 4: Arrange the banana slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overlap.
Step 5: Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the banana slices evenly.
Step 6: Air fry at 325°F (160°C) for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chips turn golden and crisp.
Step 7: Remove the chips and let them cool completely; they will crisp up further as they cool.

Tips & Variations

Use firmer bananas to avoid mushy chips and get a better crunch.
For a twist, add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger to the cinnamon-sugar mix.
If you don’t have an air fryer, bake the slices at 250°F (120°C) on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for 1 to 1.5 hours, flipping halfway.

Storage

Store banana chips in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain their crispness. Avoid refrigeration, which can make them soggy. If they lose crunch, crisp them again briefly in the air fryer before serving.

How to Serve

A black bowl lined with white parchment paper is filled with a single layer of round, golden yellow plantain chips that have a slightly crispy texture. Each chip is sprinkled evenly with a light dusting of white sugar and fine brown cinnamon powder, giving them a speckled look. The chips are overlapping slightly, showing their thin and crunchy texture with browned edges. The scene is set on a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of sugar?

Yes, brown sugar or coconut sugar work best for flavor, but granulated sugar can also be used if preferred.

How do I know when the banana chips are done?

The chips should be golden and firm to the touch, not soft or bendable. They will become crispier as they cool, so don’t overcook them in the air fryer.

Cinnamon-Sugar Air Fryer Banana Chips Recipe

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Crispy and flavorful Cinnamon-Sugar Air Fryer Banana Chips made with ripe bananas, lightly coated with coconut sugar and cinnamon, perfect for a healthy sweet snack.

Author: Bella
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
Yield: 2 servings 1x
Category: Snack
Method: Air Frying
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

Scale

Banana Chips

2 medium ripe bananas (firm, yellow with minimal spotting)

Seasoning

1 tablespoon coconut sugar or brown sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Other

Cooking spray (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the bananas. Peel the bananas and slice them thinly into even rounds, about 1/8-inch thick, to ensure crispness and even cooking.
Mix the cinnamon sugar. Combine the coconut sugar (or brown sugar) and ground cinnamon in a small bowl, setting aside the sweet spice mixture.
Preheat the air fryer. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for about 3-5 minutes to achieve optimal cooking temperature.
Arrange the banana slices. Lightly spray the air fryer basket or tray with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Lay the banana slices in a single layer in the basket, making sure they do not overlap to allow proper air circulation and crisping.
Air fry the banana chips. Cook the banana slices at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to ensure even crispiness. Watch closely near the end to prevent burning, as cooking times may vary by air fryer model.
Season and cool. Once the banana chips are crisp and golden, remove them from the air fryer and immediately toss them in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat evenly. Allow the chips to cool completely on a wire rack or parchment paper, which helps them crisp up further.
Serve or store. Enjoy your cinnamon-sugar banana chips immediately as a delicious snack, or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain crispness.

Notes

Use firm, ripe bananas with minimal spotting for best results; overly ripe bananas may be too soft to crisp properly.
If you don’t have coconut sugar, brown sugar is a suitable substitute to maintain sweetness and texture.
Be careful not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and maximum crispiness.
Cooking times may vary depending on the air fryer model; keep an eye on the chips during the last few minutes.
Cooling the chips on a wire rack helps them stay crispy rather than soggy.

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