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Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes

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Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes have a delicious crispy skin, while being soft and fluffy on the inside. They cook quickly and can be made ahead for meal prep.

Using the Air fryer to make these sweet potatoes is super simple! No Air Fryer, no problem! I will give baking directions below as well. These sweet potatoes are healthy and majorly delicious much like Air Fryer Baked Potatoes, Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli or Air Fryer Avocado Fries.

Serve these sweet potatoes alongside Air Fryer Salmon or Chicken Parmesan for the perfect balanced meal!

How to make Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes:

*Scroll down for full ingredient list and directions**

  • I suggest using medium sized sweet potatoes in the Air fryer.
  • Prep the sweet potatoes by washing the skin free of any dirt and then poke holes in the potatoes with a fork. Drizzle olive oil and salt over the sweet potatoes, then rub the oil all over the potatoes.
  • Place the sweet potatoes into the Air fryer. Set the air fryer to 370 degrees Fahrenheit and 35 minutes. After 25 minutes open the Air Fryer and carefully (using tongs) flip the potatoes over. Cook the remaining 10 minutes. If your potatoes are larger, you may need more time. Check if they are fork tender, if not, cook for 3 minute increments until tender. 
  • Remove carefully and serve with your favorite toppings!

How to BAKE Sweet Potatoes:

  • Use the same directions in terms of prepping the sweet potatoes.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Add oil and salt to the potatoes, then rub all over.
  • Place them on a baking sheet and place them into the preheated oven. Cook for 40 minutes and check if they are fork tender. Depending on the size, you may need to bake 10-15 more minutes.

Using these potatoes and then stuffing them with filling is a great option as well. I LOVE these Southwestern Stuffed Sweet Potatoes!

What main dish should I serve with Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes?

What type of Air Fryer Should I use for this recipe?

There are many Air Fryers to choose from, but I love my PowerXL Vortex Air fryer! Here are some other great options:

If you want more nutritious side dishes ideas, you have to see these other recipes from Domestic Superhero:

  • Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts are going to be your new go-to side dish. Only a handful of ingredients and only 132 calories per serving!
  • Air Fryer Avocado Fries are creamy and crunchy without any oily mess! With only a handful of ingredients, these are the perfect healthy snack or appetizer!
  • Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus has only 2 ingredients and takes a fraction of the typical time, this will be your favorite way to cook asparagus!
  • Air Fryer Baked Potatoes have a delicious crispy skin, while being soft and fluffy on the inside. They cook quickly and can be made ahead for meal prep.
  • Air Fryer Acorn Squash is the perfect fall side dish or meal! It’s hearty, delicious, and healthy, all while being super simple to cook in the air fryer!
  • Sautéed Kale is a delicious and nutritious side dish that is easy to make and packed full of vitamins!

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5 from 15 votes
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Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes
Prep Time
3 mins
Cook Time
35 mins
 

Easy Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes are the perfect side dish. Done in only 35 minutes and perfectly tender, delicious, and healthy!

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer sweet potato, air fryer sweet potatoes
Servings: 3 potatoes
Calories: 105 kcal
Ingredients
  • 3-4 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 TBS extra virgin olive oil
  • salt
Instructions

  1. Prep the sweet potatoes by washing the skin free of any dirt and then poke holes in the potatoes with a fork.

  2. Drizzle olive oil and salt over the sweet potatoes, then rub the oil all over the potatoes.

  3. Place the sweet potatoes into the air fryer. Set the Air Fryer to 370 degrees and 35 minutes. After 25 minutes open the air fryer and carefully (using tongs) flip the potatoes over. Cook the remaining 10 minutes. **If your potatoes are larger you may need more time. Check if they are fork tender, if not, cook in 3-minute increments until tender. **

  4. Remove carefully and serve with your favorite toppings!

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

**If your potatoes are larger you may need more time. Check if they are fork tender, if not, cook in 3 minute increments until tender. **

How to BAKE sweet potatoes: 

  • Use the same directions in terms of prepping the sweet potatoes.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Add oil and salt to the potatoes, then rub all over. Place them on a baking sheet and place into the preheated oven. Cook for 40 minutes and check if they are fork tender. Depending on the size, you may need to bake 10-15 more minutes. 

First published 3/2020. Updated 2/2021.

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  4. Jen says

    5 stars
    I cannot believe how easy it is to make these without having to even turn on the oven and heat the house up. Fantastic!

    Reply

  7. Jacque Hastert says

    5 stars
    I had no idea that sweet potatoes could be made in the air fryer! Mindblown and totally excited to try it out! I LOVE sweet potatoes all year long!

    Reply

  11. Betsy says

    5 stars
    So creamy and delicious! My brown sugar and cinnamon have been waiting for a moment like this! They, along with the butter, have not been disappointed! 😀

    Reply

  14. Natasha says

    5 stars
    I followed your recipe to the t and got the perfect air fryer sweet potatoes ever! It was crispy outside and very moist inside. So delicious!

    Reply

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