Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes
Posted: 01/28/20
Updated: 11/21/21
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These sweet potatoes are seriously perfect. We were blown away when we realized these potatoes could be ready in 30 minutes! With just four main ingredients, you will truly love the simplicity of this recipe.
Why This Recipe Is So Good
- Sweet potatoes are made in 30 minutes compared to an hour.
- Real ingredients only.
- It is super cheap to make.
- The sweet potatoes are incredibly tender and fluffy.
What You Need
- Sweet potatoes.
- Salt, pepper, and a neutral oil such as avocado or grapeseed oil.
- A reliable air fryer.
How To Make This Recipe
- Wash the skins of two sweet potatoes. Piece each side with a fork to create little holes in the potatoes. Cover potatoes with avocado oil and salt.
- Grab the handy air fryer and turn the oven to 390 degrees Fahrenheit or 198 degrees Celsius. Remove air fryer basket to gently place sweet potatoes in. Secure the basket back into the air fryer oven.
- Bake the sweet potatoes in the air fryer for at least 30 minutes, or until potatoes are easy pierced with fork. Gently cut an opening at the top of the potatoes and fluff the flesh with a fork until fluffy. Serve with butter, salt, pepper, brown sugar, pecans, or just by themselves!
Chef’s Tips
- Make sure to poke holes in the sweet potatoes prior to baking in addition to coating with oil and salt!
- Definitely make sure to bake the potatoes for at least 30 minutes.
- This recipe is great for meal prep. Make a batch of sweet potatoes in the air fryer and store in the refrigerator with an airtight container!
Be Sure To Check Out These Other Easy Recipes!
- Air Fryer Salmon Recipe
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- Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes
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Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes
These sweet potatoes made in the air fryer are simply amazing and so easy to make. Ready in less than an hour, these sweet potatoes will be completed in 30 minutes! With just a handful of ingredients, your family will love this recipe for quick and easy weeknight dinners!
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Ingredients
- 2 sweet potatoes medium sized
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Wash the skins of two sweet potatoes. Piece each side with a fork to create little holes in the potatoes. Cover potatoes with avocado oil and salt.
- Grab the handy air fryer and turn the oven to 390 degrees Fahrenheit or 198 degrees Celsius. Remove air fryer basket to gently place sweet potatoes in. Secure the basket back into the air fryer oven.
- Bake the sweet potatoes in the air fryer for at least 30 minutes, or until potatoes are easy pierced with fork. Gently cut an opening at the top of the potatoes and fluff the flesh with a fork until fluffy. Serve with butter, salt, pepper, brown sugar, pecans, or just by themselves!
Nutrition Information
Calories: 174kcal // Total Carbohydrates: 26g // Net Carbohydrates: 22g // Protein: 2g // Fat: 7g // Saturated Fat: 1g // Sodium: 1234mg // Potassium: 438mg // Fiber: 4g // Sugar: 5g // Vitamin C: 3mg // Calcium: 39mg // Iron: 1mg
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