Air Fryer Bananas are the perfect treat and are so easy to make in about 10 minutes. All you need is sugar, butter, and cinnamon to coat and caramelize a sweet banana.
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Contents
can you cook bananas in the air fryer?
Yes, bananas are easy to make in your air fryer. Coat each banana with a buttery cinnamon, then top with sugar before air frying. They’re the perfect dessert!
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ingredients
This recipe is so simple! All you need is bananas, cinnamon, brown or white sugar, and butter.
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instructions
Equipment needed: air fryer
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expert tips
- sprinkle extra sugar on top for added crunch
- you may use white, granulated sugar or brown sugar to caramelize your bananas
- brown sugar is best
![bananas split with caramelized sugar on top](https://chunkyinkentucky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/air-fryer-banana-19.jpg)
FAQ
Can I make this recipe with plantains?
- yes, ripe, sweet plantains may be used in place of bananas
How to make bananas extra soft?
- if you prefer a softer banana, add a couple of minutes to the cook time
![air fryer banana with chocolate chip ice cream](https://chunkyinkentucky.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/air-fryer-banana-08.jpg)
what to serve with bananas
Serve cinnamon-sugar bananas with ice cream, a tall glass of milk or with tea or coffee.
You may also try them with caramel, peanuts or chocolate sauce.
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Air Fryer Banana
Just 4 ingredients for a perfectly caramelized banana in less than 10 minutes. A sweet, fruity treat you can't resist!
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Servings: 4 people
Calories: 126kcal
Equipment
- Air fryer
Ingredients
- 2 bananas ripe
- 2 tbsp brown sugar or coarse sugar
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- slice each banana in half, lengthwise
- in a small bowl, mix cinnamon and melted butter together
- add 2 banana halves to your air fryer basket
- brush cinnamon butter mixture over each banana
- air fry for 6 minutes at 370°F. Add 2 additional minutes to cook time for extra soft / caramelized banana.
Notes
bananas are best served right away
you may substitute brown sugar for white, granulated sugar
also try this recipe with plantains!
Nutrition
Calories: 126kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 47mg | Potassium: 222mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 213IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg
Susan
Even my picky toddler loves them! Thanks for sharing!