Sweet Cinnamon Baked Bananas
How to Freeze Bananas and Make Baked Bananas with an Air Fryer
Craving bananas in the morning? Oh, the bananas I bought to eat this morning have become too ripe and mushy. I put some in the freezer to make juice, and the rest I made into baked bananas.
Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana
- A pinch of sugar (to taste)
- A pinch of cinnamon powder (to taste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Bananas turn black when stored at room temperature for too long. If they become too mushy, they become difficult to use. It’s a good idea to freeze some for later and use the rest for baked bananas. For freezing, peel the bananas, cut them into bite-sized pieces, and store them in an airtight container or a zip-top bag for convenient use.
Step 2
For baking, prepare the banana with the peel still on. Cooking with the peel helps retain moisture, resulting in a tender and moist texture. For baking, peel the banana and cut it in half.
Step 3
Peel the banana and cut it in half. Cutting it cleanly with a knife will give it a nice shape and ensure even cooking.
Step 4
Place a knob of butter on the cut surface of the banana halves. The melting butter will add richness and a savory flavor to the bananas. Place the buttered banana pieces in your air fryer basket and cook at 180℃ (350℉) for about 5 minutes, or until the butter has melted.
Step 5
Once the butter has melted, sprinkle the desired amount of sugar evenly over the bananas. The sugar will caramelize as it melts, adding a sweet depth of flavor. Return the sugared bananas to the air fryer and cook again at 180℃ (350℉) for another 10 minutes. Cook until the surface is golden brown and the sugar is melted and glossy.
Step 6
Finally, sprinkle a little cinnamon powder over the warm baked bananas to your liking. Your delicious cinnamon baked bananas are ready! Enjoy them immediately while warm for a delightful contrast between the slightly caramelized exterior and the soft, sweet interior. They make a fantastic snack for kids or a sweet treat to enjoy with coffee.
