Description
Enjoy a guilt-free snack with these crispy cinnamon-sugar banana chips made effortlessly in the air fryer. Perfectly sweetened with coconut sugar and infused with warm cinnamon, these banana chips offer a healthier alternative to store-bought snacks with a satisfying crunch and natural fruit flavor.
Ingredients
Banana Chips Ingredients
- 4 medium firm yellow Bananas
- 2 tablespoons Coconut Sugar or Brown Sugar
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground Cinnamon
- Cooking Spray (optional, to prevent sticking)
Instructions
- Prepare the Bananas: Peel the firm yellow bananas and slice them thinly, about 1/8 inch thick, to ensure they cook evenly and become crispy.
- Mix Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine the coconut sugar (or brown sugar) with freshly ground cinnamon to create the flavorful coating for the banana slices.
- Coat the Banana Slices: Lightly spray the banana slices with cooking spray if desired to prevent sticking, then gently toss them in the cinnamon sugar mixture, ensuring each slice is evenly coated.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for crisp cooking.
- Cook the Banana Chips: Arrange the banana slices in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, avoiding overlap. Cook for 7 minutes, then flip the slices and cook for another 7 minutes until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the banana chips from the air fryer and let them cool completely on a wire rack; they will crisp up further as they cool. Serve as a healthy snack or store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Use firm, slightly underripe bananas for the best texture and crunch.
- Adjust the amount of cinnamon sugar according to your taste preference.
- For a sugar-free version, substitute the sugar with a zero-calorie sweetener like erythritol or stevia.
- Ensure bananas are sliced uniformly to prevent uneven cooking.
- Store cooled banana chips in an airtight container to maintain crispness for up to one week.
