Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potatoes
Delicious and healthy air fryer baked sweet potatoes featuring a crispy exterior and soft, fluffy interior, customizable with various toppings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes Choose evenly sized sweet potatoes for uniform cooking.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Brush onto potatoes for crispy skin.
- 1 teaspoon salt Adjust based on taste.
- 1 teaspoon black pepper Adjust based on taste.
Optional Toppings
- to taste butter For a classic serving.
- to taste brown sugar For a sweet touch.
- to taste cinnamon For a warming flavor.
- to taste Greek yogurt For a tangy finish.
- to taste chives For garnishing.
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
- Prick each sweet potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during cooking.
- Brush the sweet potatoes lightly with olive oil, ensuring even coverage.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper over each potato, adjusting amounts to taste.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
Cooking
- Place the prepared sweet potatoes in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don’t touch each other.
- Cook the sweet potatoes for about 25-30 minutes, flipping them halfway through.
- Check doneness by inserting a fork or knife into the thickest part; it should come out easily when done.
Serving
- Once cooked, remove the sweet potatoes from the air fryer and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve with your choice of toppings.
Notes
For best results, choose evenly sized sweet potatoes. Experiment with different seasonings and toppings to suit your taste. Leftover sweet potatoes can be stored in the refrigerator for up to four days.