Vegan Air Fryer Banana Chips
Crispy, golden, and lightly sweet, these air fryer banana chips hit that satisfying crunch you crave from a snack without a single ingredient that isn't plant-based. A quick toss in fresh lemon juice keeps the slices from browning and adds a subtle brightness that balances the natural sweetness of the banana beautifully. A pinch of cinnamon and salt are optional but genuinely worth it — they take the flavor from simple to snackable-by-the-handful. The real secret here is uniform slicing, so a mandoline is your best friend, and cooking in a single layer ensures every chip gets that dry, crisp finish rather than steaming into something soft. They firm up even more as they cool on the rack, so patience pays off. Store-bought banana chips often sneak in honey or dairy-based coatings, so making your own means you know exactly what's in the bag. These are perfect for lunchboxes, trail mix, or just keeping on the counter for when the snack urge strikes.
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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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