Description
This Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potato recipe offers a quick and easy way to enjoy perfectly tender and flavorful sweet potatoes with minimal effort using an air fryer. Coated in olive or avocado oil and seasoned with salt, these sweet potatoes come out crisp on the outside and soft on the inside, making a delicious and versatile side dish or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 1-4 medium-sized sweet potatoes
Seasoning
- 1-4 tsp. oil (avocado or olive)
- ¼-1 tsp. salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer: Preheat a 6-quart air fryer to 370°F (188°C) and allow it to heat up for at least 3 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare the sweet potatoes: Rinse and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris, then dry them completely.
- Poke the potatoes: Use a fork to poke each sweet potato 8-10 times all over to allow steam to escape during cooking, preventing bursts.
- Coat with oil and salt: Drizzle approximately 1 teaspoon of oil over each potato and rub it in until fully coated. Sprinkle about ¼ teaspoon of salt on each potato, adjusting to taste.
- Cook the potatoes: Place the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Cook for 30-45 minutes depending on size, flipping them halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Serve: Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately. Enhance the flavor with a pat of butter, sprinkle of brown sugar and cinnamon for sweetness, or add savory toppings like crumbled bacon and fresh parsley.
Notes
- Cooking time varies based on the size and thickness of the sweet potatoes; smaller ones may be done closer to 30 minutes, larger ones may require up to 45 minutes.
- The oil helps to crisp the skin and enhance flavor but can be adjusted or omitted for a lighter dish.
- Use a fork to poke holes evenly to prevent potatoes from bursting in the air fryer due to steam build-up.
- Sweet potatoes can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days if not eaten immediately.
- Leftover baked sweet potatoes can be reheated in the air fryer for best texture retention.
