Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potatoes are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Taking half the time to cook in the air fryer than in the oven makes the air fryer a great way to bake your sweet potatoes.
Why You’ll Love It
- Sweet potatoes are a nutritional powerhouse full of vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, potassium, and manganese, and a rich source of dietary fiber.
- Baked sweet potatoes are tasty and very easy to make. Especially when using an air fryer, it is an excellent dish for weekdays and weekends alike.
- The best part is you can make the potatoes in advance and store them for later use. So, if you are busy or had a long day, you can pull out a pre-baked potato and just give them a warm up in the air fryer.
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Equipment Information
- Air fryer: I use this 4-quart basket-style air fryer. It’s large enough to fit a meal for 4-6. But some things need more space in the air fryer basket, so they cook evenly.
- Kitchen tongs: It’s very easy to remove food from your air fryer with kitchen tongs. I use these kitchen tongs that are silicon coated so they don’t scratch the interior.
Tips For Making Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potatoes
Here are a few things you should keep in mind when making baked sweet potatoes in an air fryer.
- Scrubbing the sweet potatoes is necessary. You don’t want dirt in your food!
- Make sure you choose same-sized sweet potatoes so they all cook at the same rate.
- Be sure to use enough oil on the skins or they will dry out and can become tough.
- There is no need to pierce the potatoes before cooking.
- Craving something sweet? Season the sweet potatoes with cinnamon, brown sugar, and maple syrup.
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Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potatoes
Equipment
- Kitchen Tongs
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized sweet potatoes scrubbed and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
- Salt and ground black pepper
Instructions
- Wash and dry the potatoes. Coat them with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Place sweet potatoes in the air fryer basket.
- Cook at 390°F (198°C) for 40-50 minutes (depending on the size of your sweet potatoes), flipping over halfway through the cook time.
Notes
- Scrubbing the sweet potatoes is necessary. You don’t want dirt in your food!
- Make sure all the potatoes you cook are the same size so they cook at the same rate.
- Don’t overcrowd the basket or the potatoes won’t cook properly.
- Be sure to use enough oil on the skins or they will dry out and can become tough.
- There is no need to pierce the potatoes.
All air fryers have different wattage and may cook at different rates. You may need to adjust the time or temp for the best results.
Nutrition
Laura is a passionate foodie and owner of Air Fry Anytime She is dedicated to sharing delicious recipes and helpful tips for using air fryers at home. With years of experience in the kitchen and a love for healthy, flavorful cooking, Laura has become an expert at using air fryers to create amazing meals that are both nutritious and delicious.