Air Fryer Banana Split (High Protein, 5 Minutes!)
This high-protein air fryer banana split is my new favorite way to fuel my body and get that sweet tooth kick. The air fryer caramelizes the banana until it's golden and gooey, then you top it with protein-packed yogurt, crunchy granola, and a chocolate drizzle. 17 grams of protein, ready in 15 minutes, and it tastes like dessert for breakfast.
Servings: 2
Calories: 328kcal
Ingredients
- 1 banana
- Optional: 1 teaspoon sugar for caramelized crunch
- 5.3 oz or ½ cup Greek yogurt or plant-based protein yogurt
- 1 cup protein granola I use Catalina Crunch peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon chocolate drizzle or cocoa powder mixed with sugar-free syrup
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F if needed.
- Slice the banana in half lengthwise. You can leave the peel on (creates a natural boat and makes it easier to handle) or peel it first (your choice) but it can stick.Optional: Lightly sprinkle sugar over the cut side of the banana for a caramelized, crunchy top.
- Place the banana halves in the air fryer basket or on the tray (line it with parchment paper), cut side up. Air fry for 10-15 minutes, checking at 10 minutes. The banana should be golden, caramelized, and soft.
- Carefully remove the banana from the air fryer and place on a plate or in a bowl. Top immediately with yogurt, protein granola, and chocolate drizzle.
- Eat with a spoon and enjoy the gooey, caramelized goodness!
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Notes
Top tip! The contrast of hot banana and cold yogurt is what makes this so good—don't skip that!
Air fryer note: All air fryers cook differently. Check your banana at 10 minutes and adjust the time as needed. You want it golden and soft, not burnt.
Peel on or off? Keeping the peel on makes it easier to handle and creates a natural "boat." If you peel it first, just be gentle when transferring after air frying.
Chocolate drizzle: Mix 1 teaspoon cocoa powder with 1 tablespoon sugar-free syrup (like allulose). Or use honey, maple syrup, or store-bought chocolate sauce.
Substitutions:
Any granola works (protein granola adds about 10g of protein per serving)
Greek yogurt, Skyr, or plant-based protein yogurt all work
Sugar sprinkle is optional—just for crunch, not needed for sweetness
Storage:
Best eaten fresh
Leftover air-fried banana: store in fridge up to 1 day without the granola or yogurt on it, reheat in air fryer 2-3 minutes at 300°F
Add yogurt and granola fresh before eating
Nutrition
Calories: 328kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 11g | Sodium: 203mg | Fiber: 8.5g | Sugar: 12g