Cinnamon-Sugar Air Fryer Banana Chips Recipe
Introduction
Enjoy a crunchy and sweet snack with these Cinnamon-Sugar Air Fryer Banana Chips. Made from slightly unripe bananas and lightly coated in cinnamon and oil, they offer a delightful, guilt-free treat that’s easy to prepare at home.

Ingredients
- 2 bananas (green or slightly yellow, not ripe)
- 2 teaspoons avocado oil or olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the air fryer to 300°F for 5 minutes.
- Step 2: Peel the bananas and slice them into ¼-inch thick rounds.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, mix the cinnamon and oil until well combined.
- Step 4: Place banana slices in a large bowl, pour the cinnamon-oil mixture over them, and gently toss to coat.
- Step 5: Arrange the banana slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don’t overlap.
- Step 6: Air fry at 300°F for 25-28 minutes, flipping the slices halfway through cooking.
- Step 7: Once golden and crisp, remove the chips from the air fryer and let them cool for 5-10 minutes to firm up.
- Step 8: Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.
Tips & Variations
- Use slightly under-ripe bananas for the best crispy texture and less sweetness.
- Try adding a pinch of nutmeg or cayenne pepper to the cinnamon mixture for extra flavor.
- If you don’t have avocado oil, light olive oil or coconut oil works well too.
- Be sure to flip the chips halfway through cooking to ensure even crispiness.
Storage
Store the banana chips in an airtight container at room temperature. They will stay crispy for up to 3 days. To re-crisp, place them in the air fryer at 250°F for 3-5 minutes before serving.
How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use ripe bananas for this recipe?
Ripe bananas are softer and contain more sugar and moisture, which can make the chips chewy rather than crispy. It’s best to use green or slightly yellow bananas for crispiness.
What if I don’t have an air fryer?
You can bake the banana slices in a conventional oven at 250°F for about 1 to 1.5 hours, flipping halfway through, until they become golden and crisp.
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Cinnamon-Sugar Air Fryer Banana Chips Recipe
- Total Time: 38 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
Crispy, sweet, and lightly spiced, these Cinnamon-Sugar Air Fryer Banana Chips are a healthy and delicious snack made from green or slightly yellow bananas. Perfectly seasoned with cinnamon and lightly coated with avocado or olive oil, they offer a guilt-free treat that’s simple to prepare using an air fryer.
Ingredients
Banana Chips Ingredients
- 2 bananas (green or slightly yellow, not ripe)
- 2 teaspoons avocado oil or olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 300°F (150°C) for 5 minutes to ensure even cooking temperature.
- Slice the bananas: Peel the bananas and cut them into ¼-inch thick round slices to ensure uniform crisping.
- Prepare the cinnamon-oil mixture: In a small bowl, combine the ground cinnamon and avocado or olive oil until well mixed.
- Coat the banana slices: Place the banana slices into a large bowl, pour the cinnamon-oil mixture over them, and gently toss to ensure every slice is evenly coated.
- Arrange in air fryer basket: Spread the banana slices out in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, making sure they do not overlap to allow proper air circulation.
- Air fry the banana chips: Cook the slices at 300°F for 25-28 minutes, flipping them halfway through cooking to achieve an even, golden crispiness.
- Cool and crisp: When done, remove the banana chips from the air fryer and let them cool for 5-10 minutes to firm up and become crunchy.
- Serve or store: Enjoy the banana chips immediately for the best texture or preserve them in an airtight container for later snacking.
Notes
- Use green or slightly yellow bananas as riper bananas may not crisp well and can become mushy.
- Flipping the banana slices halfway during air frying is crucial for even crispness.
- Store leftover banana chips in an airtight container to maintain crunchiness.
- You can substitute avocado oil with olive oil or another neutral oil of your choice.
- Experiment with additional spices like nutmeg or a pinch of salt for varied flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: banana chips, cinnamon banana chips, air fryer snacks, healthy snacks, vegan snacks, avocado oil, cinnamon, easy snacks

