Freeze-Drying Bananas

Freeze-dried bananas are an absolute treat—crunchy, sweet, and perfect for snacking or adding to recipes.

Choosing the Right Bananas

The ripeness of your bananas dramatically affects the final product:

• Just ripe - Milder flavor, lighter color
• Spotted - Sweeter, more intense banana flavor
• Very ripe - Sweetest, but may brown more

Preparation Methods

Classic Slices

Cut into 1/4 inch rounds for traditional banana chips.

Banana Coins

Slice at an angle for larger, more substantial pieces.

Pro Tips

• Dip slices in lemon juice to prevent browning
• Don’t overlap pieces on the tray
• Check for complete dryness before storing

These make amazing additions to trail mix or cereal!

For more fruit techniques, see the Freeze-Drying Master’s Cookbook.