Crunchy, Sweet & Irresistibly Addictive
Why You’ll Love These
🍌 Naturally sweet with caramelized edges
🔥 Oven-baked (no frying!) for guilt-free snacking
⏱ Ready in 2 hours – mostly hands-off time
🍃 Great for meal prep – lasts weeks in an airtight jar
Ingredients
(Makes 2 cups)
Base Recipe
3 large firm, slightly green bananas
1 tbsp lemon juice (to prevent browning)
Coating
1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
1 tbsp granulated sugar
½ tsp cinnamon
Pinch of salt
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the Bananas
- Preheat oven to 200°F (95°C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment.
- Peel bananas and slice 1/8-inch thick (mandoline works best).
- Toss slices with lemon juice in a bowl.
2. Season & Bake
- Brush banana slices lightly with coconut oil.
- Mix sugar, cinnamon, and salt; sprinkle evenly over slices.
- Arrange in single layer on baking sheets.
- Bake 1.5-2 hours, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
3. Cool & Crisp
Let cool completely on wire rack (they’ll crisp up as they cool).
Pro Tips
🌡 Low and slow – Higher temps cause burning instead of drying
🍯 Extra caramelization – Use a mix of white and brown sugar
🔥 Air fryer option – Cook at 300°F (150°C) for 45-60 mins, shaking occasionally
Serving Suggestions
🥣 Top oatmeal or yogurt
🍫 Dip in melted dark chocolate
🍹 Perfect with tropical smoothies
“Nature’s candy meets cinnamon toast crunch!” ✨
Storage: Keep in airtight container for 2 weeks (if they last that long!).
Flavor Twists:
- Spicy Version – Add pinch of cayenne to sugar mix
- Tropical – Use coconut sugar instead of white sugar
- Vanilla-Infused – Add ¼ tsp vanilla powder to coating