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Cinnamon-Sugar Air Fryer Banana Chips

Cinnamon-Sugar Air Fryer Banana Chips
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These Cinnamon-Sugar Air Fryer Banana Chips are a healthy, crunchy, and sweet snack made from thinly sliced bananas lightly coated with cinnamon and sugar. Air fried to perfection, they offer a guilt-free alternative to processed snacks with a perfect balance of natural banana sweetness and warm cinnamon spice. Quick to prepare and customizable in sweetness, they make a delightful treat anytime.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 3 firm, underripe to slightly ripe bananas
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (or brown sugar)
  • Cooking spray or 1 teaspoon oil (such as coconut or neutral oil)
  • Optional: a pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Bananas: Peel the bananas and slice them thinly and evenly, about 1/8 inch thick, using a sharp knife or mandoline to ensure uniform cooking.
  2. Mix the Cinnamon-Sugar Coating: In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon of cinnamon with 2 tablespoons of sugar. Adjust the ratio if desired to your preferred sweetness and spice level.
  3. Lightly Oil the Banana Slices: Spray or brush the banana slices lightly with cooking spray or a small amount of oil to help the cinnamon-sugar mixture stick and promote crispiness.
  4. Coat with Cinnamon-Sugar: Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over both sides of the banana slices, ensuring a light and consistent dusting for maximum flavor.
  5. Arrange and Air Fry: Place the coated banana slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Set the air fryer to 300°F (150°C) and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chips are golden and crispy.
  6. Cool and Enjoy: Transfer the cooked chips to a wire rack or parchment paper to cool completely. This helps maintain their crisp texture before serving or storing.

Notes

  • Uniform Slices: Consistent thickness (about 1/8 inch) is crucial for even cooking and perfect crispness.
  • Use Firm Bananas: Slightly underripe bananas are best as ripe ones may turn mushy.
  • Don’t Overcrowd: Arrange slices in a single layer in the air fryer to allow even hot air circulation.
  • Flip Halfway: Turning the chips midway ensures both sides become evenly crunchy.
  • Cool Before Storing: Let chips cool fully before placing in an airtight container to keep them crispy.
  • Storage: Keep leftovers at room temperature in an airtight container up to 4 days or freeze for up to one month, reheating in the air fryer to re-crisp.

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Keywords: banana chips, air fryer snack, cinnamon sugar banana chips, healthy snack, gluten free snack, vegan snack

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