Rice Free Air Fryer Banana Chips
Crispy, golden, and naturally sweet, these air fryer banana chips are the kind of snack that disappears fast. A quick toss in fresh lemon juice keeps the slices from browning and adds a subtle brightness that balances the banana's sweetness beautifully. A dusting of cinnamon and a pinch of salt are optional, but they take the flavor from simple to genuinely craveable. The real secret here is slicing the bananas to a consistent 1/8-inch thickness — a mandoline makes this effortless — so every chip dries out evenly in the air fryer without any soggy spots. Letting them cool completely on a wire rack is the final step that locks in that satisfying crunch. Store-bought banana chips often come loaded with added oils, sugars, or mystery coatings, so making your own means you know exactly what's in the bag. Four clean ingredients, one appliance, and zero compromise on texture or taste.
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4 servings
- 3 medium firm, ripe bananas (not overripe)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
- ⅛ tsp fine salt (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the air fryer to 300°F (150°C) for 3 minutes.
- 2
Using a mandoline or a sharp knife, slice the peeled bananas into rounds about 1/8-inch (3mm) thick — uniform thickness is key so the chips dry evenly.
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