Description
These Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes are everything I crave when cooler evenings roll in warm, caramelized, and deeply satisfying, all without the wait of a traditional oven. The air fryer does the magic, transforming these humble roots into fluffy-centered, crisp-skinned treasures. Whether I'm prepping ahead for the week or building a cozy dinner plate, this recipe never fails to deliver.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 to 3 medium sweet potatoes (depending on air fryer size and serving needs)
- Optional: avocado oil spray
- Optional: kosher salt
- Optional: toppings (Greek yogurt, chives, hot honey, etc.)
Instructions
- Wash and dry the sweet potatoes thoroughly.
- Poke holes on each side using a fork about 4-6 pricks total.
- Spritz with avocado oil and sprinkle with kosher salt if desired.
- Place in air fryer basket so they’re not touching. Don’t overcrowd.
- Air fry at 390°F for 35 minutes. No need to preheat.
- Remove carefully with tongs. Slice open, fluff with a fork, and add your favorite toppings.
Notes
Store cooled sweet potatoes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 5-7 minutes, in the microwave for 2 minutes (covered with a damp paper towel), or in the oven at 375°F for 10 minutes wrapped in foil. Try topping with whipped feta, roasted chickpeas, or pulled pork for a full meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sweet potato
- Calories: 112
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg