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Homemade air fryer banana chips served in a bowl, a healthy crispy snack.

Air Fryer Banana Chips

Enjoy these crispy and healthy air fryer banana chips as a delightful snack or topping for your meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 large ripe bananas Look for bananas that are ripe yet still firm.
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice Prevents browning.
  • 1 teaspoon water Used to mix with lemon juice.
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon Optional, for flavor.
  • to taste light cooking spray or oil Optional for greasing the air fryer basket.
  • a pinch salt Optional, to enhance flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel bananas and slice them evenly about ⅛-inch thick.
  2. Mix lemon juice and water in a small bowl.
  3. Lightly dip banana slices in lemon water to prevent browning.
  4. Lightly grease the basket of the air fryer or use a liner for easy cleanup.
Cooking
  1. Place banana slices in a single layer, ensuring they do not overlap.
  2. Sprinkle with cinnamon or salt if desired.
  3. Cook at 350°F (175°C) for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  4. Continue cooking in 1–2 minute intervals if needed until crisps are fully cooked.
  5. Let chips cool completely to achieve maximum crispness.

Notes

Store banana chips in an airtight container for up to a week at room temperature. For longer storage, refrigerate but note that this may affect crispness.