Air Fryer Banana Bread

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🍌 Air Fryer Banana Bread Recipe

Servings: 6–8 slices
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Equipment: Air Fryer, mixing bowls, spatula, mini loaf pan or oven-safe dish

✅ Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas (medium to large, mashed)

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1/2 cup sugar (white, brown, or a mix)

  • 1/4 cup melted butter (or oil for dairy-free)

  • 1 egg (room temperature)

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1/2 tsp baking soda

  • 1/2 tsp baking powder

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • Optional:

    • 1/2 tsp cinnamon

    • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Preheat Air Fryer to 310°F (155°C) for 5 minutes.

  2. Mash the bananas in a large bowl until smooth.

  3. Add sugar, egg, vanilla, and melted butter to the mashed bananas. Mix until well combined.

  4. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon (if using).

  5. Combine dry and wet ingredients — do not overmix. Stir in nuts or chocolate chips if desired.

  6. Pour the batter into a greased or parchment-lined mini loaf pan that fits your air fryer basket.

  7. Air Fry at 310°F (155°C) for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  8. Cool for 10–15 minutes before removing from the pan. Let it cool completely on a wire rack.

❓ Q&A – Common Questions

Q1: Can I use a regular loaf pan?
A: Only if it fits in your air fryer basket. Most standard loaf pans are too big. Use a mini loaf pan or an oven-safe dish.

Q2: How do I know it’s done?
A: Insert a toothpick or skewer in the center. If it comes out clean or with a few crumbs, it’s done. If there’s wet batter, cook 5 more minutes.

Q3: Can I make it vegan?
A: Yes! Replace the egg with a flax egg (1 tbsp flaxseed + 2.5 tbsp water) and use oil or vegan butter.

Q4: Can I use whole wheat flour?
A: Yes, substitute 1:1, but the bread will be denser. You can also do 50/50 whole wheat and all-purpose.

Q5: Can I double the recipe?
A: Yes, but only cook one loaf at a time unless your air fryer is large enough. Adjust the cook time if using a larger pan.

Q6: My banana bread is browning too quickly — help?
A: Tent it with foil after 20–25 minutes to prevent over-browning while allowing the inside to cook fully.

Q7: Can I store it?
A: Yes! Store in an airtight container:

  • Room temp: 2–3 days

  • Fridge: Up to 5 days

  • Freezer: Up to 3 months (slice before freezing for easy thawing),.

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