Why Your Dehydrated Bananas Never Turn Out Right

Sharing my secrets to getting the perfect banana chip every single time!
Because so many people want to do bananas as their first dehydrating project, but come to me wondering why they never work, I thought I'd share my 5 tips to the perfect banana chip every time!
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[@iartistdotme]

WHY hasn't this video gone viral? WOW you explained all the problems and gave the fixes. PLUS I didn't know the grocery store ones were fried. Banana powder? WOW I will recommend this to anyone that likes dried food. THANK YOU SO MUCH!

[@marygrott8095]

I agree! Darcy is such a good instructor! She has a way of explaining things so clearly .

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

Thanks!

[@MiaMom]

Totally agree. And, I sometimes talk to these, KZbin recordings, asking questions… And then she answers them! Fantastic!

[@jujubee7351]

All this time I thought the banana chips at the store were dehydrated! Thank you for that bit of knowledge .

[@deborahgrantham7387]

I gave mine a pineapple juice bath. They were crisp and delicious.

[@wiremanibew]

I put my bananas in the freezer 1st to harden for easier slicing and laying out on my trays

[@Take_a_little_time_to]

This video is just what I needed. My sister's banana tree produced 60 bananas! We were getting ready to freeze them but now I'm going dehydrate as many as I can. Thank you so much. 😊

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

Wonderful!

[@katrinaDS]

Banana chips are so good! I love the idea of blending them for extra banana flavor in baking. ❤

[@decoy8645]

Thanks Darcey been afraid to dehydrate bananas, not anymore! Appreciate your hard work.

[@diannemiller4754]

Thanks so much for teaching me how to make crisp banana chips. My daughter loves crisp chips but my son loves the chewy banana chips. The best part of the crisp chips i can powdered them and put them in recipes 😊

[@Hooptyc]

Finally! I have always wanted to know how to make them snap. Thank you!

[@ferme814]

My bananas always turn out perfect but they take a long time to dehydrate. Almost 24 hrs on 135F but for the last few hrs I turn the heat up to 150F so they get nice and crunchy. I also use bananas that are not too ripe and don’t use lemon.

[@NoamTheGOAT50]

Thanks for the tip!!!

[@ThomasM122333]

Thank you, i did not know that the store bough ones were fried.

[@HealyMeans]

hi purposeful pantry 🤗 thanks for this info. i just dehydrated bananas a few days ago. they do end up somewhat bendy, but we eat them so quickly that we dont mind not having a complete snap. and i definitely don't want to fry them like the stores do. tfs

[@kathym7495]

When I got my dehydrator, the first project I tried was bananas. Oops! I made all the errors you showed in this video and then some. It took 2 days to get close to dry. I was so disheartened that I put the dehydrator back in the box and almost sent it back. It stayed in the box for 2 years. Then I found your channel. Thanks so much for all your teaching! Now, I love my dehydrator, it is a off-brand from Amazon. I have done so many projects that I love and depend on having in my pantry.

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

I'm so glad that you started again!

[@lisabreeding1861]

This was the perfect time. I had just sat down to process bananas and this was the first thing I saw.

[@susangray4409]

I've dipped my bananas in oj for about 4 decades. Love them! Soft and delicious. Don't like crunchy banana chips.

[@redgingerbreadpam]

Thanks Darcey for all you share. Such a valuable bit of knowledge since i love my dehydrater.

[@powersful]

Dehydrated bananas are litterally my favorite thing they are so sweet and I love the chewy ones they are the perfect snack

[@debibreul7820]

Definitely need to try the bananas again. dehydrated them today and definitely need to cut them thinner.

[@MyPeacefulPlace24]

Your videos are so full of valuable information. Thanks for all you do.

[@paulettagyurik2644]

Freeze dry your banana peels and grind them into powder. You can sprinkle them around your tomato plants

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

I can dehydrate it that way , too ;)

[@kristah95]

​ @ThePurposefulPantry I saw the rack of peels but you didn't mention them. Is that (fertilizer) what you use them for?

[@marygallagher3428]

Very helpful, thanks Darcy!

[@debbiejohnson5425]

Great tips, excellent explanation for all the typical issues drying bananas. Thank you for sharing your process.

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

My pleasure!

[@sharonsplace5146]

This is the best video on dehydrating bananas that I have ever seen. Someone gave me a box of bananas yesterday and I’ll have to try this. I have a large commercial dehydrater that I seldom use and a smaller regular Cosori. I may have to bring out the big one. Thanks so much!

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

You're welcome!

[@techs120project]

Gearing up to be ready to roll when I finally get a dehydrator... great info to know for making 'nana chips!

[@nourahrmumeenslave]

Girrrrrrrrrrrrrl!😂😂😂😂My 1st batch was like hell naw, i said never again😂😂😂 but i will try it since you say it works.

[@johannavargas8273]

Love it, thanks 😊

[@cynthiaharrell784]

Great advice for the beginner like myself.

[@user-gk7gx7qu4u]

thank you so much I enjoy every video and tips.

[@AdventuresofBackwoodsLiving]

I'm gonna give it a try. Mine never turned out. Now I know why😊. Thank you for sharing.

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

You can do it!

[@loriki8766]

Great idea! I've made the crunchy bananas before but didn't think about the banana powder - that has a ton of potential!

[@tonyagrimm1024]

You answered all my questions in one video thank you!

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

Happy to help!

[@carole6779]

Awesome! 🙌🥳 🍌 I am okay with "bendy" banana chips, but they're not getting eaten. "Crispy" might be the way to go AND I love the idea of making banana powder as needed. The Banana Split Trail mix would be a terrific snack to stash at work. 😍 Love, love, love it. Thanks so much for sharing these tips! 💖😄👍

[@lindas.8036]

Thank you!

[@marthaadams8326]

Good info for bananas.

[@debbiesykes5491]

Darcy thanks for these tips and since I have bananas to dehydrate I am using these tips

[@gardenstatesowandsew]

Thank you ❤

[@ronluzim]

thank you! I just got beautiful bananas from my banana tree and now I plan to dehydrate some bananas in my brand new Cuisinart dehydrator

[@tammybrazeau1213]

I love doing banana chips. They're great for a quick snack.

[@marygrott8095]

Great ideas onnyje flavorings used!

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

Glad you liked it!

[@georgiabelle3717]

I appreciate all your tips to make banana chips and powder, I’m especially eager to try banana powder in some recipes.

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

Hope you enjoy!!

[@Butterflys3436]

Thank you very excellent❤❤

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

You're welcome 😊

[@dregeminin1]

I bought myself a cosori dehydrator for Christmas and haven’t used it yet due to lack of knowledge. Thank you so much for this video😊

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

Watch this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ona4cmWqZ713a68si=k80yZT1FH83HMiu0

[@joseecampion7098]

your the best 🙂

[@christinealthaea]

I love chewy!

[@firequeen2194]

Woo hoo! I have a banana and I’m gonna try this. 🎉

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

Hope you enjoy!

[@DebiTurner]

😂😂😂 You're lettin' your Texan show ❤

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

lolol - hey, girl! hope all is well!

[@DebiTurner]

@@ThePurposefulPantry I'm still around.. Lurking 😁😁😁

[@TheBabcocks]

I love them freeze dried, but not necessarily dehydrated

[@notbextley6997]

I love dehydrating bananas

[@Imjetta7]

Nooooo! I adore the chewy ones! I plan for them!

[@PJteaches53]

Thanks for the wonderful video! Can you reuse the moisture absorbers or do you toss them after you finish the banana chips?

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

Yes you can! If theybare spent, just toss them into the dehydrator to dry out and store.

[@miarosie]

@@ThePurposefulPantry o2 absorbers Darcy?

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

Nope - once exposed, toss them.

[@jodidonovan3191]

what moisture absorbers do you use? I have been looking on Amazon and some have really questionable reviews. I am new to this and dont want to think I made a mistake because I got the wrong ones! @@ThePurposefulPantry

[@grlnexdoorable]

Banana powder is great in oatmeal.

[@FGM013]

My adult kids love my dehydrated banana chips. They always turn out in between crisp and pliable This isn’t a problem because they’re usually gone within a few days. I would make them more often but I don’t like slicing them. However, I may make some this week trying the toppings.

[@johnnewton3335]

shop bought ones are fried, crikey so that's the secret ? ive shied away from bananas as i didn't have any success, i even tried the lemon bath but they just tasted like lemon banana, with your tips im going to try again. thanks darcy.

[@user-hr1px5xe9q]

Can you make dry soup?Mix out of the vegetables that you dehydrate and how and what can you put in these dry suit mix.

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

www.thepurposefulpantry.com/best-meals-in-a-jar-recipes/

[@donna-leescheltgen2756]

What moisture packs do you suggest work the best?

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

They all work the same. I use the brand Dry and Dry

[@sherrymckee130]

What is the mat used on the rack?

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

Dehydrating mesh.

[@CharlieC738]

The thinner you slice, they better they dry. I dipped mine in lemon juice and I don't like the sourness. Will try another type of acid next time

[@rosydorffner762]

Fruit fresh? I’ve never tried it with bananas but it might work

[@CharlieC738]

@rosydorffner762 I just bought myself a dehydrator. I want to make healthier treats for my dogs. I tried apple and banana so far. Both dehydrated pretty well. Will do meat and chicken for dogs

[@lisafahrner8257]

Where would I buy the sheet thing you have the bananas cooking on?

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

I purchase mine from Amazon - the store link is always in the description box. Options under "Dehydrator Accessories" www.amazon.com/shop/thepurposefulpantry

[@lisafahrner8257]

Thank you.

[@user-vl9oi5fg7u]

Are the silicon sheets reusable? Where do you get them?

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

Amazon: amzn.to/3UTwdMm

[@historyteacher4402]

Can overripe bananas be dried to keep for bread?

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

Yes - rehydrate well before using, and you may need to adjust for bulk. But know that overripe bananas take a VERY long time to dry because of those developed sugars.

[@lindabrown69]

I just bought one of these machines. Do you turn your dehydrator off to rest a bit or run for tge full 30 hours?

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

Always read your dehydrating manual. It will tell you if it needs rest time or not.

[@patvanderwolf8300]

Could you please help m3 with a question .. I dehydrated mango slices in Dec 2023. On checking my bottles, they are clumping together. I cannot detect any mould .. could I put these back in the dehydrator till they “snap”?

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

Yes

[@okiejammer2736]

💜💙💜

[@wiremanibew]

Where is a link for the silicone liners

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

In the description box -- but here: amzn.to/3SRH4VW

[@PurpleishFluffyClouds]

Well, I must be the oddball because I want my bananas to turn out pliable - like fruit leather, but still bananas - like the product "Just Bananas, Flattened" that Trader Joe's used to carry. My first attempt last night - on sheets of wax paper (cuz I saw that somewhere else??) - 8 hrs @ 135F, and they came out almost perfect except permanently stuck to the wax paper. I took my banana halves and smashed them (just like the flattened bananas), so I wasn't sure how to do that and use the silicone mesh sheets... I had to throw them all away (unless I wanted to eat wax paper, lol). ....As I type this, I see your "banana fruit leather roll ups" video on the right, but that's not what I want - I still want them to look like bananas. Oh well - back to the drawing board (sure did hurt to throw 5 bananas away...).

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

Don't use wax paper ;) Sorry that they didn't turn out, but wax paper isn't recommended for dehydrating. And don't ever go by time...go by if it's actually dry or not. And for what it's worth, since we don't use the preservatives that are used to keep fruits softer like commercial brands, you'll want ot make sure to keep your dried bananas in the fridge if you don't dry them fully - moisture can equal mold in storage.

[@PurpleishFluffyClouds]

@@ThePurposefulPantry You know, my better sense of logic told me wax paper and heat doesn't go together, but this other KZbinr said to do it so I just took that on faith and forged ahead (then set it for 8 hrs. and went to bed, lol). Lesson learned. Thank you for taking the time to comment - and I'll be storing them in the fridge for sure! Have a great day :D

[@wiremanibew]

Are you using moisture absorbers or oxygen absorbers

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

Moisture absorbers like I mentioned ;)

[@janew5351]

Did i see pieces of banana peel on another tray?

[@ThePurposefulPantry]

You did - but they really weren't part of this...just did it to put aside for gardening season.

[@nicolekaio2090]

My.mind is blown, I had no clue that banana chips are fried. No wonder dried banana never comes out right😅

[@ullab784]