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Air Fryer Banana Chips Recipe

4.2 from 72 reviews

Crispy, homemade air fryer banana chips made from firm Lady Finger bananas, lightly coated with lemon juice, salt, and a spray of oil. These chips are a healthy, delicious snack ready in just 45 minutes using the air fryer, offering a perfectly crunchy texture without deep frying.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 2 firm bananas (preferably Lady Finger bananas)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Spray oil (such as canola or olive oil spray)
  • A pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat and slice: Preheat your air fryer to 212°F (100°C). While it heats, peel the bananas and slice them into thin, even slices to ensure they cook evenly.
  2. Coat banana slices: In a small bowl, gently toss the banana slices with lemon juice to prevent browning. Sprinkle lightly with salt for flavor, then spray both sides of the slices with oil to help with crisping during air frying.
  3. Arrange in air fryer: Lay the banana slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they do not overlap to allow even air circulation and crisping.
  4. Cook halfway and check: Air fry the slices for 40 minutes total, checking and gently loosening any slices sticking to the basket halfway through cooking to promote even crisping.
  5. Cool and repeat: Once cooked and crispy, remove the banana chips from the air fryer and place them on a cooling rack to firm up. Repeat the process with any remaining banana slices until all are cooked.

Notes

  • Use firm bananas like Lady Finger to achieve the best texture and prevent mushiness.
  • Thin, uniform slices help ensure even cooking and crispiness.
  • If your air fryer basket is small, cook in batches to avoid overlapping slices.
  • The lemon juice prevents browning and adds a subtle tartness to balance the natural sweetness.
  • Store cooled banana chips in an airtight container to maintain crispness.

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