Air Fryer Banana Bread
A delightful twist on a classic recipe, this Air Fryer Banana Bread combines the ease of air frying with the sweet comfort of homemade banana bread, perfect for snacks, breakfast, or dessert.
Ingredients
For the Banana Bread
- 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Use very ripe bananas for better sweetness.
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup sugar Can be replaced with honey or maple syrup.
- 1 large egg, beaten Can be substituted with a flaxseed or chia seed mixture.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Can be substituted with whole wheat or gluten-free flour.
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts Optional ingredients.
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Optional ingredient for added flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by mashing the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth with a few small lumps.
- Mix in the melted butter until well combined.
- Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until nicely mixed.
- Sprinkle in the baking soda and salt, mixing once more until blended.
- Gradually fold in the all-purpose flour until just incorporated. Avoid overmixing.
- If adding optional chocolate chips or nuts, gently fold them into the batter.
Cooking
- Prepare your air fryer basket with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Pour in the batter and smooth the top with a spatula. Carefully place the basket into the air fryer.
- Air fry at 320°F (160°C) for about 25-30 minutes, checking for doneness after 20 minutes with a toothpick.
- Once baked, remove the basket from the air fryer and let the banana bread cool for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
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Notes
For best results, start with very ripe bananas and avoid skipping resting time after baking. Experiment with different flavors and variations based on personal preference.