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Crispy seasoned sweet potatoes in air fryer basket with golden roasted edges

Sweet Potatoes in Air Fryer: 7 Proven Easy Secrets


  • Author: Ethan
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Easy sweet potatoes in air fryer with crispy edges and soft inside. Perfect for whole or cubed cooking.


Ingredients

Scale

2 medium sweet potatoes

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)


Instructions

1. Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly, then dry completely

2. For whole: poke holes with a fork and rub with oil and salt

3. For cubes: peel if desired and cut into even 1/2-inch cubes

4. Toss cubes with oil and seasonings

5. Place sweet potatoes in air fryer basket in a single layer

6. Cook whole at 390°F for 35–45 minutes, flipping halfway

7. Cook cubes at 400°F for 12–16 minutes, shaking halfway

8. Check tenderness and cook additional 2–3 minutes if needed

9. Serve warm with desired toppings

Notes

Do not overcrowd the basket for best crispiness

Cut cubes evenly for uniform cooking

Adjust cooking time depending on size of sweet potatoes

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
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