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Banana chips
Calories & nutrition facts
snacks
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 519 kcal —
- Protein 2.3 g 5%
- Carbohydrate 51 g 18%
- Fat 34 g 43%
- Saturated fat 29 g 145%
- Fibre 7.7 g 28%
- Sugars 35 g —
- Sodium 6 mg 0%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 4 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 6.3 mg 7%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.24 mg 2%
- Vitamin K 1.3 µg 1%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.09 mg 7%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.02 mg 1%
- Niacin (B3) 0.71 mg 4%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.62 mg 12%
- Vitamin B6 0.26 mg 15%
- Folate (B9) 14 µg 4%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
- Choline 21.3 mg 4%
Minerals
- Calcium 18 mg 1%
- Iron 1.3 mg 7%
- Magnesium 76 mg 18%
- Phosphorus 56 mg 4%
- Potassium 536 mg 11%
- Zinc 0.75 mg 7%
- Copper 0.21 mg 23%
- Manganese 1.6 mg 68%
- Selenium 1.5 µg 3%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 519 | 2.3 g | 51 g | 34 g |
| 1 × oz | 28.4 g | 147 | 0.7 g | 14 g | 9.5 g |
| 2 × oz | 56.7 g | 294 | 1.3 g | 29 g | 19 g |
| ½ × oz | 14.2 g | 74 | 0.3 g | 7.2 g | 4.8 g |
| 3 × oz | 85.1 g | 441 | 2 g | 43 g | 29 g |
| 4 × oz | 113.4 g | 589 | 2.6 g | 58 g | 38 g |
Similar foods
- Plantain chips531 kcal / 100 g
- Vegetable chips473 kcal / 100 g
- Taro chipssnacks498 kcal / 100 g
- Bagel chipssnacks, plain451 kcal / 100 g
- Dried banana273 kcal / 100 g
- Sweet potato chipssnacks, unsalted532 kcal / 100 g
- Potato chipsmade from dried potatoes, reduced fat502 kcal / 100 g
- Fried bananadeep fried200 kcal / 100 g
- Apple chips323 kcal / 100 g
- Potato crisps495 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Banana chips
How many banana chips is a sensible snack portion?
A small handful, about 28 g, is a useful portion; banana chips are concentrated and easy to keep nibbling. That handful provides 145 kcal.
Are banana chips the same as dried banana?
No. Banana chips are usually sliced and fried, often in coconut oil, while dried banana is simply dehydrated and is generally softer and much lower in fat: 1 g per 100 g, compared with 34 g in banana chips.
How do you make banana chips crispy in an air fryer?
Slice a firm, just-ripe banana thinly, brush the slices lightly with oil and arrange them in one layer. Air-fry at 150 °C for about 15–20 minutes, turning halfway; they crisp further as they cool.
How should you store banana chips once the packet is open?
Keep them in an airtight container in a cool, dry cupboard, away from steam and sunlight. If they soften, spread them on a tray and warm them in a low oven until crisp, then cool fully before sealing them again.
What can you eat with banana chips?
Their sweet crunch works with unsweetened yoghurt, porridge or muesli, and they make a useful contrast in a trail mix with nuts and seeds. Crumble them over ice cream or use them to add crunch to a fruit bowl.
Can you use banana chips instead of fresh banana in baking?
Not as a direct replacement: chips have little moisture and can be quite hard. Chop them into small pieces and fold them into flapjacks, biscuits or banana bread for chewy, crunchy bursts, rather than expecting them to mash into the batter.
Are banana chips usually fried or dried?
Most crisp banana chips are fried, often in coconut oil, which gives them their crunch and makes them richer than dried banana. Some are baked or dehydrated instead, so the ingredient list is the quickest way to tell.
Are banana chips safe for young children?
Hard, crisp slices can be difficult for young children to chew and may pose a choking risk. Offer them only when the child can manage crunchy foods safely, supervise closely, and break the chips into small pieces.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 168849 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
