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Crispy Air Fryer Banana Chips – The Healthy Snack You’ll Crave Daily

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If you’re looking for a simple, wholesome snack that satisfies your crunch cravings without the guilt, air fryer banana chips are where it’s at. They’re golden, crispy, naturally sweet, and just salty enough to keep you reaching for more. Made with just bananas, olive oil, and salt, these chips are an easy go-to for lunchboxes, road trips, or movie night at home. And thanks to the air fryer, you can skip the deep frying and still get that satisfying crisp!

Air Fryer Banana Chips

Air Fryer Banana Chips

Love snackable air fryer recipes? You might also enjoy Air Fryer Zucchini Chips, Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Fries, or even baked parmesan squash rounds. These all make great alternatives to store-bought snacks and can be customized with your favorite seasonings.

The best part about these banana chips is how customizable they are. Want them savory? Add a pinch of garlic powder or smoked paprika. Prefer something a little sweet? Sprinkle with cinnamon instead of salt. However you season them, they always turn out golden and crunchy, ready in about 15 minutes from start to finish.

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What You Will Love About This Recipe

Naturally sweet and salty – A satisfying snack with no added sugar.


Crispy without deep frying – Thanks to the air fryer, you get all the crunch without the oil overload.


Just 3 ingredients – Bananas, oil, and salt. That’s it!


Great for kids and adults alike – A fun way to sneak in fruit while still enjoying a salty snack vibe.

Air Fryer Banana Chips

How to Make Banana Chips in the Air Fryer

Step 1: Using a slicer or a knife, slice the bananas (⅛” thick) and line them up over a big plate or a baking sheet.

Step 2: Spray the top side of the bananas with olive oil. If you don’t have a spray, you can use a pastry brush to spread the olive oil over the surface of the banana slices.


Step 3: Sprinkle table salt or fine sea salt over the banana slices and flip them.

Step 4: Repeat the process on the other side. Add olive oil to the surface of the banana slices and then sprinkle some salt.

Step 5: One by one, place the banana slices on the air fryer basket. Don’t overlap the slices. If there is no room for all the slices, cook them separated in batches.

Step 6: Cook for 12 minutes at 360° F. 

Step 7: Remove the basket from the air fryer and let it cool for about 5 minutes. Then, remove the banana chips from the air fryer basket using a spatula and line them up in a wire rack for cooling. Let it cool for 5 minutes and serve immediately in a bowl. Add extra salt to taste if needed. Enjoy!

Tips & Tricks

  • Use just-ripe bananas: Overripe bananas will be too soft to slice and won’t crisp up well.
  • Slice evenly: Try using a mandolin for consistent thickness—⅛” works best for crispiness.
  • Flip and spray both sides: This helps the chips cook evenly and crisp up beautifully.
  • Let them cool on a rack: They continue to crisp as they cool, so don’t skip the cooling step!
Air Fryer Banana Chips

FAQs

You can, but a light spray of oil helps the chips crisp and prevents sticking. If going oil-free, be sure to line your air fryer with parchment or use a nonstick basket.

Let them cool completely and store in an airtight container at room temperature. They’re best eaten within 1–2 days for maximum crunch.

Yes! Plantains work great for a less sweet version of this recipe. Just make sure they’re firm and not too ripe.

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Air Fryer Banana Chips

Air Fryer Banana Chips

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Additional Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 32 minutes

Air Fryer Banana chips are a healthy snack that both kids and adults love! All you need is some ripe bananas, a little bit of olive oil, and salt and you will have the perfect snack ready to go in minutes.

Ingredients

  • 4 ripe bananas (just ripe)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or spray
  • Table salt, to taste

Instructions

    Step 1: Using a slicer or a knife, slice the bananas (⅛” thick) and line them up over a big plate or a baking sheet.

    Step 2: Spray the top side of the bananas with olive oil. If you don’t have a spray, you can use a pastry brush to spread the olive oil over the surface of the banana slices.

    Step 3: Sprinkle table salt or fine sea salt over the banana slices and flip them.

    Step 4: Repeat the process on the other side. Add olive oil to the surface of the banana slices and then sprinkle some salt.

    Step 5: One by one, place the banana slices on the air fryer basket. Don’t overlap the slices. If there is no room for all the slices, cook them separated in batches.

    Step 6: Cook for 12 minutes at 360° F. 

    Step 7: Remove the basket from the air fryer and let it cool for about 5 minutes. Then, remove the banana chips from the air fryer basket using a spatula and line them up in a wire rack for cooling. Let it cool for 5 minutes and serve immediately in a bowl. Add extra salt to taste if needed. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

8

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 67Total Fat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 73mgCarbohydrates: 13gFiber: 2gSugar: 7gProtein: 1g

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