How to Make Banana Chips

Ingredients:

- Ripe bananas

- Olive oil (or another neutral oil)

- Cinnamon (optional)

- Sugar (optional)

- Salt (optional)

Equipment:

- Sharp knife

- Baking sheet

- Parchment paper

- Mixing bowl

- Paper towels

- Baking rack (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the bananas:

- Peel the bananas and cut them into thin slices, about 1/4-inch thick.

2. Toss with oil and seasonings:

- In a mixing bowl, add the banana slices and drizzle them with olive oil. Gently toss the slices to coat them evenly with the oil.

- If desired, sprinkle the banana slices with cinnamon, sugar, and/or salt to add flavor.

3. Preheat the oven:

- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).

4. Arrange the banana slices:

- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the banana slices on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are in a single layer and not overlapping.

5. Bake the banana chips:

- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 2-3 hours, or until the banana slices are dehydrated and crispy. Flip the slices halfway through baking to ensure even cooking.

6. Check and adjust:

- Check the banana chips periodically and remove any that have browned too much to avoid burning.

- If your oven has hot spots, you may need to adjust the baking rack position to ensure even cooking.

7. Cool and store:

- Once the banana chips are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool completely.

- Store the banana chips in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator.

8. Enjoy:

- Your delicious and crispy banana chips are now ready to enjoy! They make a great snack, a topping for yogurt, or an addition to trail mixes.