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Air Fryer Banana Chips Recipe

Crispy, golden, and naturally sweet, these air fryer banana chips are the ultimate healthy snack! Made with just bananas and a touch of lemon juice, this recipe delivers perfect crunch without the oil or guilt. Perfect for snacking, lunchboxes, or meal prep all week long.
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Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Cooling Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 105kcal
Cost: $2

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Mandoline slicer or sharp knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Wire cooling rack
  • Airtight container

Ingredients

  • 3–4 whole bananas Firm, slightly underripe (yellow with few brown spots)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Prevents browning
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Optional, for cinnamon banana chips
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil Optional, for richer flavor
  • 1 pinch sea salt Optional, for sweet and salty flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional, for enhanced sweetness

Instructions

  • Slice bananas thinly (about ⅛ inch) and toss with lemon juice.
  • Arrange slices in a single layer and sprinkle with seasoning.
  • Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  • Air fry banana slices for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Transfer to a wire rack and cool for 10–15 minutes to crisp.
  • Store completely cooled chips in an airtight container.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 40g | Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 422mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 64IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.3mg