How long do you air fry a sweet potato

Sweet Potatoes made in the air fryer are some of my favorite side dishes. I love the flavor and that I get an extra kick of fiber with each one. If you've never had an Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potato, you're in for a treat!

How long do you air fry a sweet potato

I love making potatoes in the Air Fryer and sweet potatoes in the air fryer are some of my favorites to make.

I love my air fryer and I love the sides I can easily make with it. Air Fryer Baked Potatoes and Air Fryer Potato Skins are some of my families' favorite sides to dishes and are always a crowd-pleaser.

If you haven't made potatoes in the Air Fryer yet, you'll have to bookmark those listed above and try them later! But let's get back to these awesome sweet potatoes.

It's funny how my family has 6 people in it - but only three of us are baked sweet potato fans. 🙂 The good thing is my youngest child is one of those sweet potato fans and it's the only type of potato she will eat.

I love how good sweet potatoes are in the air fryer. With this recipe you are sure to have perfectly crispy skin and the meat of the potato will be divine!

The only thing that will challenge you is if you should add toppings or not.

Trust me, whether you add toppings or not, these air fryer-baked sweet potatoes are going to soon be one of your favorite air fryer recipes.

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Below is everything you will need to make the best sweet potatoes you've ever had.

Ingredients:

  • 3 medium sized sweet potatoes
  • olive oil
  • kosher salt
  • (optional) toppings such as butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon

How to Make Baked Sweet Potatoes in the Air Fryer

How long do you air fry a sweet potato
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare the air fryer basket.
  2. Wash and clean the sweet potatoes.
  3. Cover the sweet potatoes with the olive oil. Take afork and lightly prick the skin all over for each of the sweet potatoes.
  4. Cover the sweet potatoes with kosher salt.
  5. Place the sweet potatoes in a single layer in the basket of the air fryer. Cook on 390 degrees Fahrenheit for 40-45 minutes.
  6. Carefully remove the sweet potatoes from the air fryer basket.
  7. Slice open the sweet cooked potatoes, fluff the sweet potato flesh, and top with your favorite toppings before serving.
How long do you air fry a sweet potato

NOTE: All air fryers cook differently. You may or may not need to adjust the time up or down a minute or two. This recipe was made using the Cosori 5.8qt air fryer and using medium-sized sweet potatoes. If you use smaller sweet potatoes, you will need to lower the amount of cook time. If you use larger sweet potatoes, you may need to increase the amount of cook time.

FAQs:

What are good toppings for baked sweet potatoes?

Sweet potatoes are almost as versatile with toppings as russet potatoes. You can top sweet potatoes with different toppings such as:

  • butter, cinnamon, and brown sugar
  • sugar, butter, cinnamon, and mini marshmallows
  • butter, chopped sugared pecans, and mini marshmallows
  • sour cream and chives

You can also make a meal out of sweet potatoes. We've made baked sweet potatoes and topped them with roast beef and with sloppy joe meat. Both are good and something you should definitely try!

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How long do you air fry a sweet potato

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How long do you air fry a sweet potato

Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potatoes

Air Fryer Baked Sweet potatoes are my new favorite side dish! A delicious crispy skin with plump and fluffy sweet potato on the inside. Just top it with a little cinnamon, brown sugar, and butter for an amazing dish.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 40 mins

Total Time 45 mins

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 3

Calories 255 kcal

  • Air Fryer

  • 3 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp kosher salt

Toppings (Optional)

  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 ½ tsp cinnamon
  • 1 ½ tsp brown sugar

  • Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare the air fryer basket.

  • Wash and clean the sweet potatoes.

  • Cover the sweet potatoes with the olive oil. Take afork and lightly prick the skin all over for each of the sweet potatoes.

  • Cover the sweet potatoes with kosher salt.

  • Place the sweet potatoes in a single layer in the basket of the air fryer. Cook on 390 degrees Fahrenheit for 40-45 minutes.

  • Carefully remove the sweet potatoes from the air fryer basket.

  • Slice open the sweet cooked potatoes, fluff the sweet potato flesh, and top with butter, cinnamon, and brown sugar. Serve.

All air fryers cook differently. If you are using small-sized sweet potatoes, consider lowering the time down to 35 minutes and then check to ensure they are done before pulling them. Larger sweet potatoes can take a little longer to cook, consider adding a few minutes to the cook time. 

Calories: 255kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 528mgPotassium: 789mgFiber: 7gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 32090IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 97mgIron: 2mg

*Nutritional information is a calculated guesstimate. Please note that this can change with different brands and modifications you may make to the recipe. For the most accurate information, use a nutritional calculator with the exact brands and measurements you're using with each recipe.

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How long do sweet potatoes cook?

A good rule of thumb for whole baked sweet potatoes: 45 minutes to 1 hour at 400 degrees F; 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes at 350 degrees F; 1 and 1/2 hours at 325 degrees F. You'll know the sweet potatoes are done by piercing the center of the sweet potato with the tip of a sharp knife; the flesh should yield easily.

How long does it take to dehydrate sweet potatoes in an air fryer?

Using the Air Fryer – This air fryer is the one I have. It has large trays and a dehydrator function that would work for sweet potato chips. My air fryer will dry out the potato slices in about 10 hours.

Should I soak my sweet potatoes before air frying?

Step 2: Soak sweet potato wedges in cold water for 30 to 60 minutes (or as long as 8 hours) before air frying. This is critical for removing excess starch and helping the fries to become crispy.

Why are my sweet potatoes not crispy air fryer?

Why are my sweet potato fries soggy in the air fryer? The main cause of soggy sweet potato fries is moisture. So, make sure that after you wash your sweet potatoes, you pat them dry. Also, make sure not to overcrowd them in the basket so that there is no moisture build-up.