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Air Fryer Pita Chips (Cinnamon Sugar!)

📋 Modified: Aug 1, 2024 Published: Jul 10, 2024 by 👩🏻‍🍳 Jami Powell · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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These Air Fryer Pita Chips with cinnamon sugar offer a quick and tasty kid-friendly snack option that the whole family can enjoy. Combining the warmth of cinnamon and the crunch of freshly air-fried pita bread, these chips are perfect for busy parents looking to provide a sweet treat.

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Pita chips are a delicious, crunchy snack made from pita bread, butter, cinnamon, sugar, and olive oil. This air fryer recipe offers a healthier alternative to traditional frying methods, making it perfect for families seeking quick, tasty, and fun snacks.

If you like this recipe, you may also love our Dark Chocolate Brownies Recipe or our Homemade Cinnamon Sugar Tortilla Chips.

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  • Why We Love This Recipe
  • Air Fryer Pita Chips Ingredients
  • How to Make Air Fryer Pita Chips with Cinnamon
  • Substitutions & Variations
  • Expert Tips for Success
  • Storage
  • Recipe FAQs
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Why We Love This Recipe

  • Quick and Easy: Ready in just 10 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
  • Healthy Snack: Made with yummy ingredients and air-fried for a lighter treat.
  • Kid-Friendly: Sweet and crunchy, a hit with kids of all ages.
  • Versatile: Great for entertaining or as a midday snack.

Air Fryer Pita Chips Ingredients

A labeled photo of everything needed to make air fryer pita chips with cinnamon sugar.
  • Pita Bread: Use whole wheat pita for added fiber and nutrition.
  • Butter: Melted for easy coating.
  • Olive Oil: Extra virgin olive oil for a light touch.
  • Sugar: Adjust to your preferred level of sweetness.
  • Cinnamon: Ground cinnamon for that classic flavor.
  • Whipped Cream Cheese Dip: Optional for serving.

A full ingredient list with exact measurements can be found in the recipe card below.

How to Make Air Fryer Pita Chips with Cinnamon

A small bowl with the cinnamon and sugar mixed together.

STEP ONE: Prepare the Ingredients

In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon and sugar.

Cut each pita bread round into 4 triangles. Place the pita triangles in a large freezer bag.

Pita triangles in a freezer bag shaken with oil and butter.

STEP TWO: Coat the Pita Triangles

Drizzle the olive oil over the pita triangles inside the bag. Seal the bag and shake well until all pieces are evenly coated with oil.

Open the bag and pour in the melted butter, then shake again.

Pita triangles in a freezer bag mixed with the cinnamon sugar added.

STEP THREE: Add Cinnamon Sugar

Add the cinnamon-sugar mixture to the bag. Seal the bag and shake well until all pita triangles are thoroughly coated with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.

Air fryer pita chips cooked cooked in a single layer.

STEP FOUR: Air Fry the Pita Chips

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Place the coated pita triangles in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry in batches for 5 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown.

Serve with whipped cream cheese dip on the side.

Substitutions & Variations

  • Butter: Use coconut oil or a vegan butter substitute for a dairy-free option.
  • Sugar: Substitute with coconut sugar or a sugar substitute like Stevia for a lower-calorie version.
  • Pita Bread: Use gluten-free pita bread for a gluten-free snack.

Expert Tips for Success

👩‍🍳Jami's Pro Tips: Want to take this recipe to the next level? Check out my expert tips below for the best flavor, texture, and meal prep hacks!

✔️ DO Shake the bag well to make sure all pita triangles are evenly coated with oil and cinnamon sugar.
✔️ DO Air fry the pita chips in a single layer for even cooking and crispiness.

Storage

Store the leftover pita chips in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. To freeze, store the cooled chips in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to two months. Reheat leftover pita chips in the air fryer at 350°F for 2-3 minutes to restore their crunch.

Recipe FAQs

How do I make pita chips crunchy?

To make pita chips crunchy, the pita bread should be cut into uniform pieces and coated evenly with oil. Air fry in a single layer at 400°F for about 5 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through. Allow the chips to cool slightly.

Can you use whole wheat pita bread for pita chips?

Yes, you can use whole wheat pita bread to make pita chips. It adds extra fiber and nutrients to the snack while maintaining a delicious taste and texture.

What dips go well with cinnamon pita chips?

Cinnamon pita chips pair well with a variety of dips such as whipped cream cheese dip, Greek yogurt dip, or even a sweet fruit salsa. These dips complement the sweet and spicy flavor of the chips.

Easy air fryer cinnamon pita chips recipe feature image close up of pita triangles with whipped cream cheese.

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Air Fryer Pita Chips (Cinnamon Sugar!)

Jami Powell
These Air Fryer Pita Chips with cinnamon sugar offer a quick and tasty kid-friendly snack option that the whole family can enjoy. Combining the warmth of cinnamon and the crunch of freshly air-fried pita bread, these chips are perfect for busy parents looking to provide a sweet treat.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Snack
Cuisine Kids
Servings 5
Calories 263 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Large freezer bag
  • Small mixing bowls
  • Measuring Spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 4-5 pita bread rounds
  • ¼ cup butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • whipped cream cheese dip for serving

Instructions
 

  • Cut each pita bread round into 4 triangles.
  • In a small bowl, combine the sugar and ground cinnamon.
  • Place the pita triangles in a large freezer bag.
  • Drizzle the olive oil over the pita triangles inside the bag. Seal the bag and shake well until all pieces are evenly coated with oil.
  • Open the bag and pour in the melted butter. Add the cinnamon-sugar mixture and seal the bag. Shake well until all pita triangles are thoroughly coated with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Place the coated pita triangles in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  • Air fry for 5 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown. Serve the cinnamon pita chips with whipped cream cheese dip on the side.

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Notes

Storage Store the leftover air fryer pita chips in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
Freeze To freeze, store the cooled chips in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to two months.
Reheat Reheat leftover pita chips in the air fryer at 350°F for 2-3 minutes to restore their crunch.
Substitutions
  • Butter: Use coconut oil or a vegan butter substitute for a dairy-free option.
  • Sugar: Substitute with coconut sugar or a sugar substitute like Stevia for a lower-calorie version.
  • Pita Bread: Use gluten-free pita bread for a gluten-free snack.
Adjustments Cooking time may need to be adjusted based on the geography of the area (high vs. low elevation), cookware (stoneware vs traditional bakeware), and outdoor temperature if grilling.
Nutrition information is only an estimate

Nutrition

Calories: 263kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.03gSodium: 327mgPotassium: 73mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 9IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 96mgIron: 1mg
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