Crispy Cinnamon Sugar Banana Chips (Printable)
Golden, cinnamon-kissed banana chips air-fried to crisp perfection—sweet, crunchy, and lighter snacking.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruit
01 - 3 ripe but firm bananas
→ Coating
02 - 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil or neutral oil
03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - Pinch of salt
# Directions:
01 - Set air fryer to 350°F and allow to preheat for 3 minutes.
02 - Peel bananas and slice into 1/8-inch thick rounds using a sharp knife or mandoline.
03 - Place banana slices in a bowl and gently toss with melted coconut oil until evenly coated.
04 - In a separate bowl, combine granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
05 - Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the banana slices and toss to distribute evenly.
06 - Place banana slices in a single, non-overlapping layer in the air fryer basket. Work in batches if necessary.
07 - Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping the slices halfway, until golden and crisp. Monitor closely to avoid burning.
08 - While chips are still warm, toss with the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture.
09 - Allow banana chips to cool completely to achieve optimal crispiness before serving.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- These banana chips crisp up beautifully in the air fryer, skipping messy oil splatters.
- The combo of warm cinnamon and natural banana sweetness is honestly addicting.
02 -
- If you crowd the air fryer basket, the chips will steam and stay chewy—I learned this the sticky-fingered way.
- Letting the chips fully cool is essential; they won't reach true crunchiness otherwise.
03 -
- Slicing evenly is key—thin, consistent slices cook at the same rate and get maximally crisp.
- For extra dramatic crunch, extend air frying time by 2–3 minutes but check them in the last stretch to prevent burning.