Cinnamon Sugar Banana Chips

Name: Cinnamon Sugar Banana Chips
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500 g ripe but firm bananas; 3 tbsp granulated sugar; 1.5 tsp ground cinnamon; 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)

Difficulty

easy

Time

2h 15m

Price Category

cheap

Calories

High

Create delicious homemade Cinnamon Sugar Banana Chips, a perfect snack for the whole family! This simple recipe allows you to transform fresh bananas into a crispy, sweet, and spicy treat, avoiding the added preservatives found in store-bought versions. It's an ideal choice if you're craving a healthier yet satisfying sweet snack. Slowly dried in the oven, the bananas develop an intense flavor and a wonderfully crispy texture, made irresistible by cinnamon and sugar. Give it a try and enjoy every bite of this homemade delight!

ingredients

4 Servings

500 g ripe but firm bananas3 tbsp granulated sugar1.5 tsp ground cinnamon1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)

Steps

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 90-100°C (200-210°F) (use convection if available). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper. Peel the bananas and slice them thinly, about 2-3 mm (1/8 inch) thick. If desired, drizzle them with a little lemon juice to help prevent browning.

Seasoning

In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Place the banana slices in a larger bowl, sprinkle the cinnamon sugar over them, and gently toss to ensure every slice is coated with the spiced mixture.

Baking

Arrange the seasoned banana slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets, making sure they don't overlap. Bake the bananas in the preheated oven for 1.5-2 hours, or until they are crispy and golden brown. Halfway through baking (after about 45-60 minutes), flip the slices to ensure even drying. Leave the oven door slightly ajar (e.g., propped open with a wooden spoon) to allow moisture to escape.

Cooling & Storage

Once done, remove the banana chips from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheets. They will become even crispier as they cool. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature, where they will stay fresh for up to 1-2 weeks.

Extra Tips

► Thinner slices will be crispier, but be careful not to make them paper-thin as they can burn easily.

► If you have a food dehydrator at home, you can make banana chips even more evenly and energy-efficiently.

► Experiment with other spices too, such as a pinch of nutmeg or ginger alongside the cinnamon.

Nutrition

	Per 100g	Per Serving 50g
Calories	320 kcal	160 kcal
Protein	2.5g	1.25g
Fat	0.5g	0.25g
Carbohydrate	80g	40g
Fiber	6g	3g
Sugar	55g	27.5g