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Sweet Cinnamon Air Fryer Banana Chips Recipe

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Delight in these Sweet Cinnamon Air Fryer Banana Chips—crispy, lightly spiced banana slices made effortlessly in the air fryer. With a perfect blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of honey, these chips are a healthy and flavorful snack that pairs wonderfully with a creamy Greek yogurt dipping sauce.

Ingredients

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Banana Chips

  • 4 slightly underripe bananas (firm but yellow)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt
  • Non-stick cooking spray

Optional Dipping Sauce

  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Slice Bananas: Peel the bananas and slice them into even rounds about 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick. Consistency in thickness ensures even cooking and a uniform crispiness.
  2. Prevent Browning: Place the banana slices in a large bowl and gently toss with fresh lemon juice to prevent discoloration during preparation.
  3. Prepare Cinnamon Mixture: In a small bowl, combine honey or maple syrup, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt, mixing thoroughly until well blended.
  4. Coat Bananas: Pour the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the banana slices and toss gently to evenly coat all slices with the flavorful mixture.
  5. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 3 minutes to ensure optimal cooking temperature.
  6. Prepare Basket: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking of banana slices.
  7. Arrange Slices: Place banana slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring no overlap to allow even air circulation. Work in batches if necessary based on your air fryer size.
  8. Air Fry First Side: Cook the banana slices for 6-8 minutes. Keep an eye on them to avoid burning, as cooking times may vary slightly.
  9. Flip and Continue Cooking: Flip the banana slices carefully to the other side and cook for an additional 4-6 minutes until edges are golden brown and slices are crispy.
  10. Cool Down: Remove chips from the air fryer and transfer to a wire rack to cool for 5-10 minutes; this step helps them crisp up further.
  11. Repeat Cooking: Repeat the air frying process with any remaining banana slices, following the same steps.
  12. Make Dipping Sauce: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of cinnamon. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
  13. Serve: Serve the banana chips immediately with the optional dipping sauce, or store them in an airtight container for later snacking.

Notes

  • Using slightly underripe bananas helps the chips hold their shape better during air frying.
  • For best results, slice bananas uniformly to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
  • Watch the chips closely in the final minutes of cooking to prevent burning as they crisp quickly.
  • The optional Greek yogurt dipping sauce adds a creamy contrast but can be omitted for a dairy-free snack.
  • Store chips in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain their crispness for up to 2 days.

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