Ingredients
4 medium sweet potatoes, washed and scrubbed (see notes)
1 tablespoon olive oil (or avocado oil)
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper (optional)
Optional Toppings: Butter, maple syrup, cinnamon, sour cream, shredded cheese, black beans, chives, pecans, or mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer
Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) while you prep the potatoes. - Prepare the Sweet Potatoes
Poke several holes in each sweet potato with a fork. Rub them lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. - Air Fry
Arrange the potatoes in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 28–30 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a fork into the thickest part. If it goes in easily, they’re done. If not, continue cooking in 3-minute increments. - Serve
Allow the baked sweet potatoes to rest for 5 minutes. Slice open, add your favorite toppings, and enjoy warm.
Notes
- Sweet Potato Size: Cooking times are based on medium-sized potatoes (3–4 ounces). For larger ones, adjust cooking time:
- 4–5 ounces: 30–35 minutes
- 5–6 ounces: 35–40 minutes
- 6–10 ounces: 40–55 minutes
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days.
- Freezing: Let cooled baked sweet potatoes cool completely, then freeze in a ziplock bag for up to 3 months.
- Reheating: Air fryer reheats best, but microwaving works fine too.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 30 min