Spice Free Air Fryer Banana Chips
Crispy, golden, and naturally sweet, these air fryer banana chips are the kind of snack that disappears fast. The base recipe calls for nothing more than ripe bananas and a splash of fresh lemon juice, making it a genuinely clean option for anyone avoiding irritating seasonings or bold spice blends. The cinnamon and salt listed are both marked optional, so you can leave them out entirely and still get a satisfying, flavorful chip — the banana does all the heavy lifting on its own. Slicing the bananas to a uniform 1/8-inch thickness is the real secret here, ensuring every round dries out evenly in the air fryer rather than turning soft or chewy in spots. A quick flip halfway through cooking and a full cool-down on a wire rack are what take these from limp to genuinely crunchy. They're a fantastic alternative to store-bought chips, which often sneak in unexpected seasonings or flavoring agents that can be hard to screen. Batch them up, let them cool completely, and you've got a wholesome, fuss-free snack ready to go.
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4 servings
- 3 medium firm, ripe bananas (not overripe)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Can be omittedground cinnamon
- 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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