Cinnamon Sugar Air Fryer Banana (Print Version)

Crispy banana chips coated in cinnamon sugar, made with ease in the air fryer for a sweet vegan treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bananas

01 - 2 ripe but firm bananas

→ Coating

02 - 1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted
03 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - Pinch of salt

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Peel bananas and slice into thin rounds, approximately 1/8 inch thick. For uniform pieces, utilize a mandoline slicer.
02 - In a small mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt until thoroughly blended.
03 - Toss sliced bananas with melted coconut oil to ensure each piece is evenly coated.
04 - Sprinkle the prepared cinnamon sugar mixture over the banana slices; gently toss to achieve uniform coverage.
05 - Set air fryer to 300°F and allow to preheat fully.
06 - Place banana slices in a single, non-overlapping layer inside the air fryer basket.
07 - Cook slices at 300°F for 15 to 18 minutes, flipping halfway through. Monitor closely in the final minutes to prevent over-browning.
08 - Transfer finished chips to a wire rack and allow to cool completely to achieve optimal crispness before serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Made with just a handful of ingredients most of which are already in your pantry
  • Cooks up in under thirty minutes for instant crunchy satisfaction
  • Naturally vegan gluten free and dairy free for all kinds of eaters
  • No deep frying just an easy air fryer method for less mess and a lighter outcome
02 -
  • Satisfies both sweet tooth cravings and desire for a lighter snack
  • Chips stay crisp for several days when stored properly
  • Works with both traditional and basket style air fryers
03 -
  • Cut all slices to the same thickness to make sure they air fry evenly
  • Shake or flip halfway through air frying so all sides get golden and crisp
  • Do not crowd the air fryer basket chips need room for hot air to flow or they will steam instead of crisp
  • Letting the finished chips cool on a wire rack really improves that addictive crunch