Banana Chips

Ingredients

• 4 Unripe Bananas
• 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil (melted)
• 1 tablespoon Lime Juice
• 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt
• 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)
• 1/4 teaspoon Ground Ginger (optional)
• 1/8 teaspoon Turmeric Powder (optional, for color and subtle flavor)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Peel the unripe bananas and slice them thinly, about 1/8 inch thick. A mandoline slicer will help achieve uniform slices.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, lime juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, sea salt, maple syrup (if using), ground ginger (if using), and turmeric powder (if using).

4. 4

   Add the banana slices to the bowl and gently toss to coat them evenly with the oil and spice mixture.

5. 5

   Arrange the banana slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets, making sure they don't overlap.

6. 6

   Bake for 1.5-2 hours, flipping the slices halfway through, until they are crispy and slightly golden brown. The baking time may vary depending on the thickness of the slices and your oven.

7. 7

   Remove from the oven and let the banana chips cool completely on the baking sheets. They will crisp up further as they cool.

8. 8

   Store the cooled banana chips in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Recipe Variations

• →Try adding different herbs for variety.
• →Substitute ingredients based on dietary needs.