These air fryer bananas are quick, easy and delicious. Air fried caramelized cinnamon bananas make the best air fryer banana dessert or breakfast topping! Try these with some yogurt and granola and you are in business.
This post may contain affiliate links which means I may receive commissions if you choose to purchase through this link (at no extra cost to you).
Air fried bananas are super quick, simple, and easy to make. These delicious bananas are the perfect healthy treat. Thank you air fryer!
They make a terrific snack and a healthy side dish. So if you’re looking for something simple and delicious, then these air-fried bananas are the perfect dish for you. Speaking of easy air fryer recipes, you will also love these Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls for a quick and delicious breakfast!
If you (like me) are obsessed with air frying, easy air fryer appetizers and easy meals, you will love these Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Nuggets, Frozen Chicken Tenders in Air Fryer, Frozen Garlic Bread in Air Fryer and Frozen Burgers in Air Fryer.
One of the easiest fruits to cook with is bananas. They are popular and widely used as an ingredient to all kinds of dishes.
Some say that bananas are best suited for desserts such as ice cream or smoothies. But have you ever thought about frying bananas?
Yes, when we think about the word “fry”, cooking in oil would be the first thing that comes to mind. But with an air fryer, frying food has never been easier and healthier. So I’ll bet you’ll be excited to make your first batch as soon as you know how to make it.
Why this air fryer banana recipe is the best!
- Air-fried bananas are naturally sweet and deliciously easy to make. Perfect served over ice cream for an easy air fryer banana dessert (hello bananas foster!) or for breakfast. I love them on yogurt with some granola and nuts for extra crunch.
- These air-fried bananas make a great snack, breakfast or dessert. Not too sweet and not oily, thanks to the air fryer. Perfect for a decadent dinner dessert or easy week-day snack.
- Cooking in an air fryer is one of the best option when cooking food. Easy cleanup is my friend! No more greasy oven to clean up or oily kitchen counters to wipe off.
- And as a bonus, air fryers don’t use oil which makes it a whole lot healthier than deep-frying food.
Ingredients
- Bananas: Semi-ripe or ripe but firm bananas are best for this recipe. You will need to peel and slice them into rounds before air frying.
- Sugar: White granulated sugar or brown sugar. Raw or turbinado sugar also work well.
- Cinnamon or Pumpkin Spice: You can use cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice if you want to add some holiday flair. Cinnamon is more traditional for a bananas foster flavor.
- Butter: Butter is best for this recipe. If you don’t have butter, you can use oil. You can also use vegan or plant based butter. You will only need a small amount of oil or butter to coat your bananas. This will help the sugar and cinnamon stick to the bananas before you air fry.
How to make air fried bananas
- In small bowl, melt butter in microwave (about 30 seconds).
- Add bananas to bowl. Coat with butter.
- In small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon (or pumpkin spice) mixture. Sprinkle over bananas. Mix to coat evenly.
- Place bananas in air fryer basket.
- Air fry bananas on 400° for 4 minutes (no preheating necessary).
These air fryer bananas are delicious served over ice cream for dessert or on top of yogurt with granola for breakfast.
FAQ and expert tips
Yes, although the classic coating for the fried bananas is sugar and cinnamon, you may choose to put your own twist to these delicious treats. Pumpkin pie spice is a great option for the holidays and fall season.
This type of snack isn’t really suited to be stored for long due to its soft texture. For storage, place them in an airtight container and store in the fridge for no more than 24 hours.
No! This recipe cooks quickly so simply place your prepared bananas in the air fryer basket and cook on 400°F for about 4 minutes.
Any banana variety that you can easily find in any grocery store. Select a banana that is firm in texture.
Looking for other easy air fryer appetizers and snacks?
- Frozen Egg Rolls in Air Fryer
- Frozen Mozzarella Sticks in Air Fryer
- Air Fryer Corn Dogs
- Air Fryer Potato Skins
Hungry for more? Subscribe to my EMAIL NEWSLETTER and follow me on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest for all of the latest delicious food!
You can also comment below. I LOVE hearing from you! If you loved the recipe, a 5 STAR RATING is the ultimate compliment as food is my love language!
Air Fryer Banana (Caramelized Bananas Foster Style!)
Equipment
- Air Fryer or Ninja Foodi
Ingredients
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon or pumpkin spice
- 2 teaspoon white sugar or brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 large bananas (sliced into rounds or lengthwise) Banana should not be hard or mushy, you want in between.
Instructions
- In small bowl, melt butter in microwave (about 30 seconds).
- Add bananas to bowl. Coat with butter.
- In small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon (or pumpkin spice) mixture. Sprinkle over bananas. Mix to coat evenly.
- Place bananas in air fryer basket.
- Air fry bananas on 400° for 4 minutes (no preheating necessary).
Andrea
These air fryer bananas are INSANE! They taste just like bananas foster. Delish on fat free Greek yogurt with some walnuts. My kids loved too!