• Select ripe bananas that are free of bruises or blemishes. These will provide the best flavour and texture for your dehydrated treats. Over-ripe bananas will fall apart during the cutting process and become more of a fruit leather than a dehydrated banana slice.
• Peel the bananas and slice them into uniform pieces, approximately 1/4 inch thick. This ensures even drying and prevents some pieces from being overdone while others remain undercooked. If you are not confident in your knife skills, you could use a mandolin to slice them (be sure to use the guard! Mandolins are extremely sharp and dangerous)
• Optional: If preferred, very gently toss banana chips in a small amount of coconut oil, olive oil and/or lemon juice in order to minimize browning during the drying process

Dehydrator Instructions

• Arrange the banana slices in a single layer on trays, making sure they are not touching each other. This allows for proper airflow and efficient drying.
• Set the dehydrator to the appropriate temperature for fruits, typically between 125°F and 135°F. The exact time will vary depending on the thickness of the slices and the humidity levels in your area.
• Allow the bananas to dehydrate for 6 to 12 hours, or until they are completely dry and leathery to the touch. You can periodically check their progress and rotate the trays if necessary.
• Once the bananas are fully dehydrated, remove them from the dehydrator and let them cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.

Oven Instructions

• Preheat oven to lowest setting (usually 170°F or 76°C)
• If you have an oven safe rack with holes small enough that the banana slices will not slip through, use it with a baking sheet under neath for stability and to catch any drips. If you do not have an oven rack, use a baking sheet lined with parchment. Ensure to lightly brush the parchment with a little bit of coconut or olive oil
• Arrange the banana slices in a single layer on trays, making sure they are not touching each other. This allows for proper airflow and efficient drying.
• Allow for bananas to dehydrate for 3 to 6 hours, or until they are completely dry and leathery to the touch. You can rotate the trays in the oven or flip the banana slices periodically if needed.
• Once the bananas are fully dehydrated, remove them from the oven and let them cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.

Air Fryer Instructions

• Arrange the banana slices in a single layer on trays, making sure they are not touching each other. This allows for proper airflow and efficient drying.
• Set the air fryer to the dehydrator function between 125°F and 135°F. The exact time will vary depending on the thickness of the slices and the humidity levels in your area.
• Allow the bananas to dehydrate for 6 to 12 hours, or until they are completely dry and leathery to the touch. You can periodically check their progress and rotate the trays if necessary.
• Once the bananas are fully dehydrated, remove them from the dehydrator and let them cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.