Crispy Cinnamon Sugar Banana Chips: A Healthy and Delicious Air Fryer Snack
Crispy cinnamon sugar banana chips are a light, sweet, and crunchy snack made easily in the air fryer. They use simple pantry ingredients, are naturally delicious, and perfect for a quick, healthy treat any time of the day.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 3 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe but firm bananas
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Cooking spray or a light mist of oil
Instructions
- Peel the bananas carefully, ensuring the flesh is not bruised. Slice them into even 1/8-inch rounds for uniform cooking.
- Place the banana slices in a shallow bowl. Drizzle with lemon juice and toss gently so each slice is evenly coated.
- In a separate bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon until evenly combined with no lumps.
- Lightly spray the banana slices with cooking spray to help the coating stick. Gently toss the slices in the cinnamon sugar mixture until each is evenly covered.
- Arrange the slices in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Avoid overlapping to ensure even crisping.
- Set the air fryer to 200°F (93°C) and cook for 1 hour, flipping the slices halfway through. Check during the last 10 minutes to prevent over-browning and adjust cooking time if needed.
- Remove from the air fryer and place the chips on a wire rack to cool completely. Cooling helps them firm up for extra crunch.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Notes
For less sweetness, reduce the amount of brown sugar.
For a deeper flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom to the cinnamon sugar mixture.
For a sugar-free version, omit sugar and coat with cinnamon only.
Ensure slices are evenly cut for consistent texture and cooking.