Air Fryer Banana Chips are a great snack any time of the day. Learn how to make banana chips in an air fryer in just 15 minutes.
Like to change up the snack routine in your home every now and then? We sure do! We aim to find a quick and easy snack that is flavorful yet nutritious. A snack that the kids will enjoy and request time and time again.
Thanks to this easy recipe for banana chips, we’ve got another great snack idea to offer. With only 2 ingredients and a total of 15 minutes, air frying slashes the time it would usually take to make traditional banana chips.
Kids love to snack on homemade banana chips straight from a bowl, dipped in fruit dip or on top of a yogurt parfait. Get your kids excited about snack time again with this simple and delicious kid-friendly recipe.
Don’t own an air fryer? We have included directions on how to make these banana chips in the oven. We didn’t want anyone missing out – the chips are just that good!
Equipment
- air fryer
- cutting board
- chefs knife
- parchment paper
Ingredients
- 1 banana
- nonstick cooking spray
How to Make
- Preheat your air fryer to 325°F. Line air fryer tray with parchment paper.
- Prep the bananas. Cut bananas into thin slices. Place bananas on parchment paper in a single layer. Spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Air Fry. Air fry for 8 minutes, flip and spray with additional nonstick cooking spray then cook for an additional 4-6 minutes or until bananas are browned and crispy. They may not all get super crispy, some will be softer in the center, but still delicious!
Cooking Tip: The thinner you make the banana slices, the more likely you are to end up with super crispy chips.
FAQs
Any non-stick cooking spray will work. We used avocado oil.
Toss banana slices with pineapple or orange juice – the fruit juice helps the chips from browning. Drain. Place bananas in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking pan. Bake at 250° F for 2 hours.
Sure can! Adding different flavor combinations is an another way to keep snack time interesting. Try sprinkling with peanut butter powder, tossing in cinnamon and sugar or mixing with lime juice and chili powder.
Once air fried or baked, store in an airtight container after completely cooled. You can also separate the batch into portions and store in ziplock or stasher bags. As kids build their lunchboxes in the morning, they can easily add a bag of banana chips.
To extend the shelf life of these chips, add a napkin or paper towel to the bag to absorb any excess moisture. This will also keep the chips crisp and crunchy just like your kids like.
The thinner you slice, the crispier the chips will be. We recommend slicing all chips 1/4-inch thick. If your kids prefer super crunchy chips, then slice 1/8-inch thick.
Which Banana Is Best To Use?
Bananas that are just ripe – not brown and not green – are going to be the best options for dehydrated banana chips. Brown or mushy bananas will not work for this recipe but are definitely delicious in Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins, Healthy Banana Bread with Applesauce or Spinach Muffins with Banana and Blueberries.
While green bananas would crisp if used, you will lose the sweetness of the chips. By selecting bananas that are just ripe, you will be the crispiness along with a sweet flavor.
What To Serve With Banana Chips?
From Yogurt Fruit Dip and Fruit Dip with Cool Whip to Hummus without Tahini and Quick & Easy Mediterranean Hummus Dip, banana chips are also delicious served on a Smore Charcuterie Board or Savory Charcuterie Board and Smashed Avocado Toast. The versatility of these banana chips is another reason we skip the snack aisle and make our homemade version.
More Recipes With Bananas
- Easy S’mores Banana Boats for Kids of All Ages
- Spinach Muffins with Banana and Blueberries
- Banana Zucchini Bread
- Healthy Banana Muffins
- Banana-Oat Pancakes Recipe for Kids
Other Air Fryer Recipes
Looking for more air fryer recipes? Our top favorites include Air Fryer Chicken Legs, Air Fryer Salmon Patties, Homemade Chicken Nuggets with Ground Turkey (Air Fryer), Air Fryer Drumsticks, Baked Potato in the Air Fryer, Ninja Air Fryer Chicken Wings, Air Fryer Chicken Tenders (No Breading) and Air Fryer Ranch Chicken Thighs.
CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination.
The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.
Air Fryer Banana Chips
Equipment
- nonstick cooking spray ✅
Ingredients
- 1 banana
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 325°F. Line air fryer tray with parchment paper.
- Prep the bananas. Cut bananas into thin slices. Place bananas on parchment paper in a single layer. Spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- ⭐️Air Fry. Air fry for 8 minutes, flip and spray with additional nonstick cooking spray then cook for an additional 4-6 minutes or until bananas are browned and crispy. They may not all get super crispy, some will be softer in the center, but still delicious!
Notes
Oven Instructions
Toss banana slices with pineapple juice or orange juice. Drain. Place bananas in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking pan. Bake at 250° F for 2 hours. CCK Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination. The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.Nutrition
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William Baker says
Learn a new recipe from this article.
I will try this in this weekend.
Thanks for sharing.
Alma Lumpkin says
I love bananas and this is a great article, very useful for a banana lover like me. Thank You For Sharing!
Heather says
Awesome recipe that is quick and easy. Great snack idea for the kids.
Wyatt, 10 says
I have been waiting a week to make these! Thank you for the simple instructions.
Wyatt says
Please add 5 stars to Wyatt’s comment. (Age 10)