How do you cook a baked sweet potato in the air fryer?

Wash, dry, and prick the sweet potatoes. Spray with olive oil and cook at 370°F for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway. They’re done when a knife slides in easily.

Is it better to air fry or bake sweet potatoes?

Air frying is faster and gives you that amazing crispy skin without heating up the whole kitchen. It’s perfect for small batches and weeknight dinners.

How much time and temperature for sweet potatoes in an air fryer?

Cook at 370°F for 35 to 40 minutes. Medium-sized sweet potatoes work best. Always check with a knife to be sure they’re soft all the way through.

Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potato | Easy & Delicious Side

Name: Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potato | Easy & Delicious Side
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 42 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 6 ounces each); Olive oil spray

Description

Crispy skin, fluffy inside — these air fryer baked sweet potatoes are easy, healthy, and ready in under an hour.

Ingredients

Scale

4 medium sweet potatoes (about 6 ounces each)

Olive oil spray

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Instructions

1. Wash and scrub sweet potatoes; dry thoroughly.

2. Prick each potato all over with a fork.

3. Lightly spray with olive oil.

4. Place in air fryer basket, ensuring space between each.

5. Air fry at 370°F for 35–40 minutes, turning halfway.

6. Check doneness with a knife; it should pierce easily.

7. Add desired toppings (not included in nutrition info).

Notes

Cooking time may vary depending on potato size and air fryer model.

Use potatoes of similar size for even cooking.

Great base for both sweet and savory toppings.

Cooked potatoes can be stored and reheated easily.

Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Air Fryer Recipes
Method: Air Fryer
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sweet potato (approx 6 oz)
Calories: 146
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 72mg
Fat: 0.3g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg