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    Air fryer bananas

    Published: Jul 29, 2021 · Modified: Oct 29, 2022 by Maria · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

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    Easy caramelized bananas in the air fryer

    Delicious and easy air fryer bananas topped with chocolate and peanut butter. Easy way to make caramelized bananas. Make this in less that 10 minutes and with only three ingredients. Your whole family will love this healthy dessert.

    Caramelized air fryer bananas cut in half on a plate.

    Ingredients

    Caramelized bananas are insanely easy to make in the air fryer. There are minimal ingredients and then you can top it with your choice of toppings.

    Bananas

    Make sure to get bananas that are yellow. You don't want bananas that are too ripe and spotty, or underripe and green. If the banana is overripe, it will get too mushy. If it's underripe, it won't be as sweet.

    Oil

    I love lightly brushing a little coconut oil on the bananas before air frying. The coconut flavor is delicious with bananas. You can also use avocado oil or vegetable oil.

    Coconut sugar

    Coconut sugar is nice because it has a caramelized flavor to it. If you don't have coconut sugar, you can just use brown sugar.

    Toppings of choice

    Toppings are optional, but completely delicious. I love adding melted peanut butter and chocolate on top with some walnuts or peanut for added crunch. I've also topped it with granola and dairy free yogurt.

    Ingredients laid out on a table.

    This recipe is

    • healthy (1)
    • vegan
    • gluten free
    • quick and easy

    How to make caramelized bananas in the air fryer

    First find yellow bananas that aren't too over or underripe. Then peel the bananas and cut them in half lengthwise.

    Add on the coconut oil and coconut sugar.

    Pre-heat the air fryer at 370 degrees for five minutes then add the bananas to the air fryer, making sure not to over crowd the air fryer.

    Air fry for five minutes, then flip the bananas over and air fry for another three minutes.

    To see the full directions, scroll to the recipe card below.

    Helpful tips

    Make sure to use yellow bananas that aren't too underripe or too overripe. If they're overripe and have spots, it will turn out too soggy.

    Sometimes I love adding a pinch of cinnamon.

    Pre-heat the air fryer for five minutes to get the bananas nice and caramelized.

    Some people use parchment paper in the air fryer to minimize mess, but I find the bananas don't come out as good because it blocks the air flow from going completely around the bananas.

    What air fryer should I use?

    You can use whatever air fryer you have. I love using the AICOOK instant pot air fryer lid. It's great for people like me who have limited kitchen space.

    The air fryer lid can go on top of your instant pot. So you're using an appliance that you already have, instead of buying a whole new appliance.

    Air fryer instant pot lid

    Storing tips

    This recipe doesn't really taste well heated up the next day. It's best to eat the bananas right away, instead of storing them.

    How to serve

    There are many ways to eat caramelized bananas.

    • Serve on top of waffles or pancakes.
    • Put them on some toast with some peanut butter.
    • Serve on top of an ice cream sundae - dairy free of course 🙂
    • You can also top them with some melted chocolate and peanut butter.
    • Top them with some granola and dairy free yogurt.
     Banana cut in half and topped with melted chocolate and peanut butter

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    caramelized air fryer bananas topped with melted chocolate and peanut butter

    Air fryer bananas

    Delicious and easy air fryer bananas topped with chocolate and peanut butter. Easy way to make caramelized bananas. Your whole family will love this healthy dessert.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 9 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 13 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 172kcal
    Author: Maria
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    Equipment

    • Air fryer

    Ingredients

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    • 2 ripe bananas (yellow with no spots)
    • 1 tablespoon coconut oil (or avocado or vegetable oil)
    • 1 teaspoon coconut sugar (or brown sugar)

    Instructions

    • Pre-heat the air fryer at 370 degrees for five minutes.
    • Peel the bananas and cut them in half lengthwise. Drizzle on the oil, then sprinkle on the coconut sugar. You can also add a pinch of cinnamon.
      2 ripe bananas, 1 tablespoon coconut oil, 1 teaspoon coconut sugar
    • Once the air fryer has pre-heated, add the bananas to the air fryer, making sure not to overcrowd them. Do them in batches if you need to. Air fry for six minutes then flip the bananas and air fry for another 2-3 minutes.
    • Take out of the air fryer and eat as is, or top with your favorite toppings. Sometimes I like to add melted chocolate, peanut butter and walnuts. Or dairy free yogurt and granola.

    Notes

    Make sure to use yellow bananas that aren't too underripe or too overripe. If they're overripe and have spots, it will turn out too soggy.
    Sometimes I love adding a pinch of cinnamon.
    Pre-heat the air fryer for five minutes to get the bananas nice and caramelized.
    Some people use parchment paper in the air fryer to minimize mess, but I find the bananas don't come out as good because it blocks the air flow from going completely around the bananas.
    You can also put these bananas on top of a sundae, pancakes, waffles or toast. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 172kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 422mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 76IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg
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    About Maria

    Maria is the creator of the blog and YouTube channel Damn Tasty Vegan. She has been a vegetarian since 2005 and vegan since 2015. She loves showing new vegans how easy and delicious living a vegan lifestyle can be. She is passionate about animal welfare and strives to help change the way animals are viewed and treated, by helping people transition to a vegan lifestyle.

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      March 06, 2025 at 9:37 pm

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      Quick, easy, and tuned out great.

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