Air Fryer Caramelized Bananas with Cheese
A bold and irresistible combination of sweet, caramelized banana and savory, melted cheese, all wrapped in a golden, crispy shell. This quick air fryer dessert-snack will challenge your preconceived notions about sweet and savory pairings. One bite is all it takes to be won over!
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 4 ripe but firm bananas
- 5.3 oz (150g) semi-hard cheese (such as Gouda, mozzarella, or Brazilian queijo coalho)
- 2 tablespoons liquid honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch flaky sea salt
- Coconut oil spray or neutral vegetable oil for the basket
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- 1
Preheat your air fryer to 356°F (180°C) for 3 minutes.
- 2
Peel the bananas and cut them in half lengthwise, then cut each half into two equal pieces — you will get 4 pieces per banana.
- 3
Cut the cheese into slices about 0.2 inches (5mm) thick, enough to cover each banana piece.
- 4
Arrange the banana pieces, cut-side up, in the lightly oiled air fryer basket, making sure not to overlap them.
- 5
Place a slice of cheese on each banana piece, pressing lightly to ensure it adheres.
- 6
Cook at 356°F (180°C) for 8 to 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and lightly golden, and the bananas are tender and caramelized.
- 7
Carefully remove the bananas from the basket using a spatula and arrange them on a serving plate.
- 8
Immediately drizzle with honey, sprinkle with cinnamon, and finish with a pinch of flaky sea salt to enhance all the flavors.
- 9
Serve without delay, still warm, to enjoy the maximum crispy-melty contrast.
💡 Chef's Tip
Choose bananas that are slightly speckled with brown — they are sweeter and caramelize better when cooked. For an even more indulgent result, opt for well-drained mozzarella di bufala or Brazilian queijo coalho, which melts without running and forms a perfect lightly grilled crust. Avoid overly ripe bananas, which may fall apart during cooking.
