Crunchy like potato chips and similar in color, banana chips are just as tasty – but sweeter (and healthier)! You can make banana chips in quite a few ways and they’re ideal as a snack or to garnish ice cream or yogurt. Plus, making them is really easy. Just two tips: Make sure your bananas aren’t too ripe and slice them super thin!
Baked banana chips
To make baked banana chips, first cut the bananas into slices after peeling. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with lightly oiled baking parchment. Bake at 355°F (180°C) for about 1 hour. Once baked, sprinkle the chips with sugar or salt and season according to personal preference with spices like paprika or cinnamon. To keep the chips from blackening, you can also brush them with lemon juice before baking.
Roasted banana chips
This is a tastier and faster way to make banana chips. Just season the chips with melted butter and bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes at 446°F. The bananas are seasoned with melted butter and baked in the oven for 10-15 minutes at 445°F (230°C). For even cooking on both sides, make sure you turn the chips after 6-7 minutes in the oven so they’re well toasted and evenly browned. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with sugar or salt. Add other spices to taste and serve!
Fried banana chips
Children love this recipe thanks to the banana chip’s delightfully crispy texture. The important thing? Choosing bananas that aren’t too ripe. (It’s best if the peel is still a little green.) Before dipping the banana slices in boiling seed oil, soak them in water and ice for a few minutes and dry with paper towels. This makes for a perfect result!
Air-fried banana chips
If you have an air-frier, you can use it to make healthy, lightweight, fat-free chips, but it will take a little longer. The fryer eliminates any liquid inside the fruit or vegetable, so if you love this method of cooking, think about a small investment for the kitchen.
You can make crispy chips with lots of other fruits, too! Browse our gallery for some interesting ideas!