Craving something crunchy, naturally sweet, and guilt-free? These homemade sugarless banana chips are your perfect merienda or pulutan β crispy, addictive, and 100% wholesome! Made with just ripe bananas and a touch of salt, theyβre a healthier alternative to store-bought sugary versions.
π± No Added Sugar β Lets the natural sweetness of bananas shine
π₯ Perfect Crunch β Thinly sliced and fried (or baked!) to golden crispiness
π» Pulutan Perfection β Great with cold beer or soda for a light, crunchy pairing
πΆ Kid-Friendly β A snack moms can feel good about
βοΈ Use slightly underripe bananas β Less moisture = crispier chips
βοΈ Slice uniformly thin β For even frying (a mandoline helps!)
βοΈ Low-temperature fry β Prevents burning while ensuring crispness
π₯ Toss with crushed peanuts β For extra protein and crunch
πΆοΈ Sprinkle with chili powder β Sweet + spicy = addictive!
π― Drizzle with honey (optional) β For a lightly sweetened version
Rainy-Day Snacking: Stays crispy for days in an airtight container!
Love banana treats? Try our TurΓ³n or Maruya next!
Tag your #HealthyBananaChips creations! πΈ
Happy crunching! ππ
Cooking Video Recipe: Banana Chips
Filipino banana chip recipes are delicious, tasty, and popular snacks among Filipinos. Actually, in the Philippines, there are a variety of ways to prepare this delicious snack. I promise, these snacks will satisfy your cravings because the taste and crunchiness is perfect. It is also perfect for pairing with cold beverages.
Peel the semi-ripe raw banana variety of saba.
Use a mandolin slicer or hand slice the banana. Then put in a bowl adds salt and pour cold water or just add ice cubes. Stir, and set it aside for 10 minutes.
Drain the water and allow it to dry for at least 30 minutes.
Heat plenty of cooking oil in a pan & add butter to taste. Let the butter dissolve over low to medium heat.
Deep-fry the sliced bananas. Adjust the heat level to keep the banana chips crisp.
Stir to evenly cook. Fry both sides until crisp and golden brown.
When it's cooked, remove it from frying. Use a strainer to drain the extra oil, and then transfer it to a container.
Sprinkle with brown sugar and salt to taste. Then toss to mix.
Serve immediately or you can keep it and consume it later. Just put it in a re-sealable plastic bag. Keep it sealed and it will last for a week or longer. Share and enjoy eating!
Servings 8
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.