Ever wondered how to take just one ordinary sweet potato and transform it into something that would make your mouth water while packing in the nutrients without all of the fuss? Envision sinking your teeth into perfectly crispy, caramelized sweet potatoes that are the ideal seasoning—made in your air fryer. Air fryer sweet potatoes are a game-changer, whether you are an experienced chef or simply a busy home cook!
This guide covers everything from crispy air fryer sweet potato fries to healthy air fryer sweet potato bites, so you can make delicious sweet potatoes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. When you finish reading all that, you will be able to prepare sweet potato recipes everyone will love with full confidence and guaranteed perfect results. Are you ready to take your sweet potatoes from ho-hum to ohhhh la la? Let’s dive in!
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Why Use the Air Fryer to cook Sweet Potatoes?
Sweet potatoes may be one of the healthiest and most versatile vegetables you can cook, however cooking them to perfection is not as easy. Not in the air fryer, though: that thing makes it really easy! Here’s why:
Health Benefits : Sweet potatoes are rich in fiber, vitamin A, C and antioxidants. An air fryer reduces the oil usage — your dishes are healthier while maintaining all of the flavoring and texture.
CONVENIENCE: Air Fryer is fast and energy efficient, plus clean up is easy. Air frying is unique from baking and frying in that it can get crispy without a ton of prep or more precooking clean up.
No flipping or babysitting required: Air fryers circulate hot air around food more evenly, which means crispy sweet potatoes every time without the temptation to flip and check on them often.
This method works every single time you make air fryer sweet potato fries, wedges or cubes, bringing their natural sweetness and delicious caramelization to the forefront.
How to Perfect the Air Fryer Sweet Potatоes
In order to achieve great results with air fryer sweet potatoes, there are a few simple tips:
Preheat your air fryer : In order to have a crispy result, it is always recommended to preheat an air in advance.
Oil: Not much is needed, just a small spritz goes a long way. You can use avocado oil because it has a really high smoke point, but olive oil does just fine too.
Avoid Crowd the Basket: Allow room for your sweet potatoes to circulate nicely, which will make them crispy throughout. For large-batch recipes, do this one portion at a time.
Savour the Season: Sweet potatoes meld well with a range of spices, including smoked paprika, garlic powder, cinnamon or even a dash of chili pepper. Try your hand with the flavour combos you love best!
Shake the Basket after Cooking for Half: About halfway through, use a basket shake to get all sides evenly brown.
Use these tips, and you will be guaranteed gorgeous air-fried sweet potatoes that are crispy, seasoned perfection every time.
These are the air fryer sweet potato recipes that you should try
Now, the meat of this guide: the recipes! Try these tasty options to make air fryer sweet potatoes a regular in your household!
3.1. Old-school Air-Fryer Crispy Sweet Potato Fries
Ingredients:
2 large sweet potatoes
1 tbsp olive or avocado oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Peel and slice sweet potatoes into French fry strips
Drizzle with oil and season with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; toss.
Step 1: Set the air fryer temp to 380F/193C
Arrange the fries in a single layer within the basket.
Air fry for 12-15 min, shake halfway to get an even cook.
Note: Soaking the cut fries in cold water for 30 minutes before air frying makes them extra crispy!
3.2. Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes — Sweet and Spicy
Ingredients:
2 medium sweet potatoes, cut into cubes
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
Salt to taste
Instructions:
Combine diced sweet potatoes with oil, honey or maple syrup, cayenne pepper, and salt in a mixing bowl.
Set the air fryer to 400°F (204°C).
Add all of the cubes into an air fryer basket.
Roast for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway, until crispy and caramelised.
Note: The honey-cayenne balance is really hard to resist.
3.3. Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges with Cinnamon Sugar
Ingredients:
Wedges of 2 large sweet potatoes
1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tablespoon of either brown sugar or coconut sugar
Pinch of salt
Instructions:
Toss to coat the wedges in the sweet potato with coconut oil, cinnamon, sugar, and salt.
Air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
Place wedges in a single layer into the basket.
Air fry for 10-15 minutes, shaking halfway through.
GREAT WITH – a yogurt or marshmallow dip (like an indulgent treat)
Taking Sweet Potatoes Made in the Air Fryer Further — Section Four
Air-fryer sweet potatoes are great to eat on their own, but they can also elevate many dishes. Here are a few ideas:
Sweet Potato Buddha Bowls: Add your air fryer sweet potato cubes to a grain bowl with any veggies, greens and drizzle tahini dressing over it.
Use the cubes as fillings for your tacos with black beans, avocado and salsa on the side for these Sweet Potato Tacos.
Savory Hash of Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes: Pair air fryer sweet potato cubes with peppers, onion, and your protein for a savory hash.
Salads and Sides: Crispy sweet potato cubes are a wonderful addition to salads — especially ones built on hearty greens like kale or spinach. These also serve as a nice and playful side for burgers (or other protein off the grill).
Now, you can use sweet potatoes in a multitude of creative ways, made possible by the air fryer for flavor and texture while keeping things tasty but interesting.
Questions about Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes
Question 1: Do I have to peel sweet potatoes before air frying?
Not necessarily! Eating sweet potato with skin is high in nutrient. If you choose to keep the skin, just scrub them off clean.
Q2: How do I store leftovers?
How to Store These Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes: keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 days. They can be reheated in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes to regain their crispiness.
Q3 — Can I freeze sweet potato cooked?
Yes, you can freeze them. To reheat, air fry from frozen for 2–3 minutes.
Answer 4: Are air fryer sweet potatoes healthier than deep-fried?
Absolutely! Air frying turns out to be less oily meaning less calories and fat but a crispy texture at the same time.
Q5: What makes my sweet potatoes soggy?
If you put too many fries in the basket or if you dont shake midway, it will cook unevenly. Make sure to space and shake for optimal results.
Final Thoughts: Spice Up Your Kitchen with Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes
With these recipes and tips in hand, you can easily prepare flavorful crispy air fryer sweet potatoes. From fries to cubes for snacking and healthy bowls, there is a recipe available to help satisfy that craving—with the added bonus of knowing you are eating healthy!
Try these recipes out and make sure to show us what you made in the comments! How do you like to eat your sweet potatoes in the air fryer? Let’s chat below.
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
Course: RecipesCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy4
servings15
minutes20
minutes200
kcalIngredients
2 large sweet potatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon paprika
0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- Peel the sweet potatoes and slice them into even sticks to ensure that they cook evenly in the air fryer.
- In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato sticks with olive oil, making sure each piece is well coated for optimal crispiness.
- Add salt, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper to the bowl, mixing thoroughly to distribute the seasoning evenly.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and place the seasoned sweet potato sticks in a single layer in the basket.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the sweet potato fries are crispy and golden brown.
- Serve immediately as a tasty snack or side dish, and enjoy with your favorite sauce or dip.
