Air Fryer Banana Chips

If you are looking for a healthy, crunchy snack that satisfies your sweet tooth without any extra additives, these Air Fryer Banana Chips are the perfect solution. This simple recipe transforms humble bananas into perfectly dehydrated crisps using the efficiency of your air fryer.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 40

Servings: 2

Course: Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 145

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

2 bananas green or yellow (firm bananas work best)
2 teaspoons avocado oil or olive oil
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Equipment

Air Fryer
Mixing Bowl
Knife or Mandoline

Method

Set your air fryer to 300 degrees F and allow it to preheat for about 5 minutes.
Peel the bananas and slice them into rounds approximately 1/4 inch in thickness. Try to keep them uniform so they cook at the same rate.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the avocado oil (or olive oil) and the ground cinnamon until well combined.
Place the banana slices in a large bowl and pour the cinnamon oil mixture over them. Use a rubber spatula to gently toss the slices until they are evenly coated, taking care not to break the rounds.
Place the banana slices in the air fryer basket in a single layer. To ensure proper airflow and crispness, do not overlap them; you may need to cook in two batches.
Cook at 300 degrees F for 25 to 28 minutes. Make sure to flip the slices halfway through the cooking time to ensure even dehydration on both sides.
Remove the chips from the air fryer and place them on a cooling rack. Let them sit for 5 to 10 minutes; they will continue to firm up and become crispier as they cool.

Notes

The secret to perfect banana chips is slicing them exactly 1/4 inch thick for the best balance between ease of handling and final crunch. Do not skip the cooling phase, as the air-drying process is what creates the final snap.