Description
Cinnamon Sugar Banana Chips are a crispy, sweet, and healthy snack made by thinly slicing ripe bananas, coating them with a cinnamon-sugar blend, and baking them to golden perfection. These homemade chips are easy to prepare and perfect for a guilt-free treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Banana Chips Ingredients
- 4 ripe bananas
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (melted) or vegetable oil
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) to prepare for slow baking the banana chips at a low temperature for crispiness.
- Slice Bananas: Peel the bananas and slice them into thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick, ensuring even slices for consistent baking.
- Toss with Lemon Juice: Place the banana slices in a large bowl and drizzle with lemon juice to prevent them from browning during baking.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to create the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Coat with Oil: Drizzle the melted coconut oil or vegetable oil over the banana slices and gently toss to evenly coat each slice with oil.
- Add Cinnamon Sugar: Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the coated banana slices and toss again to ensure all slices have an even coating of sweetness and spice.
- Arrange on Baking Sheets: Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and arrange the banana slices in a single layer without overlapping to allow even airflow and crisping.
- Bake and Flip: Bake in the oven for 2 to 3 hours, flipping the slices halfway through the baking time to ensure even crisping on both sides. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Check Crispiness: The banana chips are done when golden brown and crispy. If they still feel soft, continue baking for a bit longer until desired texture is reached.
- Cool: Remove the banana chips from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for about 10 minutes, during which they will continue to crisp up.
- Store: Once cooled, transfer the banana chips to an airtight container. They can be stored at room temperature for up to a week, maintaining their crunch and flavor.
Notes
- Ensure banana slices are uniformly thin (about 1/8 inch) for even baking and crispiness.
- If you prefer less sweetness, adjust the sugar quantity accordingly.
- Using lemon juice prevents oxidation and keeps banana chips from turning dark.
- Try coconut oil for a slight tropical flavor or vegetable oil for a neutral taste.
- Store chips in an airtight container to maintain freshness and crunch.
