Cinnamon Sugar Air Fryer Banana Chips (Printable)

Crispy banana slices coated with cinnamon sugar, air-fried to perfection for a naturally sweet and wholesome snack.

# What goes in:

→ Bananas

01 - 3 large ripe but firm bananas

→ Cinnamon Sugar Coating

02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
04 - 1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted (or neutral oil)

→ Optional

05 - Pinch of sea salt

# Directions:

01 - Peel the bananas and cut them into thin, even slices about 1/8 inch thick using a sharp knife or mandoline for uniformity.
02 - Combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl, mixing thoroughly until evenly blended.
03 - Lightly brush both sides of each banana slice with the melted coconut oil using a pastry brush, ensuring even coverage.
04 - Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture generously over both sides of the oiled banana slices, pressing gently to adhere.
05 - Place the seasoned banana slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if necessary to prevent overlapping for proper air circulation.
06 - Cook at 350°F for 10-15 minutes, flipping the chips halfway through the cooking time. Monitor closely during the final 3-4 minutes to prevent burning.
07 - Transfer the chips to a wire rack and allow them to cool completely. The chips will continue to crisp up as they reach room temperature.
08 - Optionally, sprinkle lightly with sea salt just before serving for a sweet and salty flavor contrast.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The cinnamon sugar crust caramelizes into something magical while the banana inside becomes chewy sweet
  • They satisfy that crunchy snack craving without any deep frying or mysterious ingredients
  • The whole house smells like cinnamon toast while they cook
02 -
  • The chips will feel soft when they first come out of the air fryer but they crisp up as they cool, so be patient before judging the texture
  • Overlapping slices creates steam which prevents proper crisping, so take the time to do multiple batches
  • Every air fryer runs differently, so start checking at the 10 minute mark even if the recipe says 15
03 -
  • A mandoline makes perfectly even slices if you have one, but a sharp knife and steady hand work just fine
  • Line your air fryer basket with parchment paper for easier cleanup if the sugar caramelizes and sticks

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