Description
Delight in this quick and easy Air Fryer Bananas recipe, perfect for a healthy dessert or snack. Sliced ripe bananas are brushed with melted butter or coconut oil, sprinkled with a sweet cinnamon-sugar blend, and caramelized to perfection in the air fryer for a warm, golden treat that’s ready in just minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Bananas
- 2 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced in half lengthwise
Coating
- 1 tablespoon melted butter or coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F to ensure it reaches the optimal temperature for caramelizing the bananas evenly.
- Prepare Bananas: Lightly brush the banana halves with melted butter or coconut oil on both sides, which helps achieve a golden caramelization and adds flavor.
- Mix Sugar and Spice: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar (or maple syrup), ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to create a sweet and slightly spiced topping.
- Apply Topping: Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the buttered banana halves, allowing the flavors to meld during cooking.
- Air Fry Bananas: Place the banana halves in the air fryer basket in a single layer, cut side up, ensuring they cook evenly. Air fry for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the bananas are caramelized and lightly golden.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the caramelized bananas to cool slightly before serving for the best texture and flavor experience.
Notes
- For added flavor, serve with a drizzle of honey, a scoop of vanilla yogurt, or a sprinkle of chopped nuts.
- Use maple syrup instead of brown sugar for a vegan version.
- Make sure bananas are ripe but firm for best results to avoid mushiness.
- Adjust air frying time slightly depending on your air fryer model and banana size.
