These Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potatoes are fluffy and tender inside with deliciously crispy skins. They’re incredibly easy to make and require just a few ingredients!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 35–45 minutes
Total Time: About 45 minutes
Servings: 2–4
Ingredients
- 2–4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1–2 teaspoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Black pepper, to taste
- Butter, for serving (optional)
- Cinnamon, for serving (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Sweet Potatoes
Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly, then pat them completely dry.
Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork. This allows steam to escape while cooking.
2. Season
Rub the sweet potatoes lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
3. Air Fry
Place the sweet potatoes in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
Air fry at 190°C (375°F) for 35–45 minutes, turning them halfway through.
They’re ready when a fork or knife slides easily into the center.
4. Rest & Serve
Carefully remove the sweet potatoes and let them rest for 5 minutes.
Cut a slit down the center, gently squeeze the sides to open, and add your favorite toppings.
🍯 Topping Ideas
Sweet:
- Butter and cinnamon
- Maple syrup
- Honey
- Brown sugar
- Chopped pecans
Savory:
- Garlic butter
- Parmesan cheese
- Chives
- Black pepper
- Greek yogurt or sour cream
Tips for Perfect Baked Sweet Potatoes
- ✔️ Choose sweet potatoes that are similar in size so they cook evenly.
- ✔️ Don’t wrap them in foil—the hot circulating air helps crisp the skin.
- ✔️ Turn them halfway through cooking.
- ✔️ Larger sweet potatoes may need an additional 10–15 minutes.
- ✔️ Check doneness by inserting a fork into the thickest part.
Pro Tip: For extra crispy skin, lightly brush the sweet potatoes with oil and salt before cooking, then give them an additional 2–3 minutes at 200°C (400°F) at the end. 🍠✨
