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Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and made with very little oil, Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes make an easy, wholesome side dish that comes together fast--without the need to turn on the oven!
The air fryer makes quick work when it comes to preparing potatoes! From crispy air fryer breakfast potatoes to air fryer potato skins to air fryer homemade fries to air fryer baked potatoes to these air fryer sweet potato cubes, I find myself turning to the air fryer time and time again when I am making potatoes. And after trying this recipe for Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes, I believe you will too!
Reasons to Love Air Fryer Roasted Sweet Potatoes
- Super Easy Side Dish. The hardest part of this recipe is chopping the sweet potatoes. Once that is done, this side dish comes together fast to mimic the flavor and texture of oven-roasted sweet potatoes.
- Versatile. Not only can you change up the seasonings in a variety of ways when making Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes, but you can serve these gems as more than just a side dish. Use them to make Sweet Potato Burritos or a Breakfast Burrito. They are also are delicious when served with a poached egg for a satisfying breakfast. The options are endless.
- Amazing Flavor & Texture. Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes are not only flavorful and crispy on the outside, but the center is so soft, that it nearly melts in your mouth. Just plain good!
- Wholesome and Allergy-Friendly. As per WebMD, sweet potatoes are loaded with fiber, nutrients, and vitamins. And this Air Fryer Sweet Potato Recipe is naturally dairy-free, egg-free, nut-free, gluten-free, paleo-friendly, and vegan-friendly.
Notes on Ingredients and Equipment
- Sweet Potatoes: You can use any variety of sweet potatoes you like for this recipe. Purple sweet potatoes, Japanese sweet potatoes, or regular sweet potatoes all work with the timing provided. I look for sweet potatoes that are firm without much blemish or wrinkled skin.
- Oil: I do recommend using a small amount of oil, rather than simply using cooking spray. As for the type of oil, canola oil, olive oil, or avocado oil are all good choices for this recipe.
- Seasonings: The options for seasonings are endless for flavoring sweet potatoes and I share some of my favorite varieties below. You can keep it simple and season with kosher salt or seasoned salt. I personally love using a combination of salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika, as it lends amazing flavor to the earthy sweet potatoes.
- Air Fryer: There are so many brands of air fryers on the market and each is vastly different, but all will work well with this recipe. If you have a compact air fryer, you may need to work in batches to not overcrowd the air fryer.
Seasoning Options
- Cinnamon Sugar: Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with ½ teaspoon oil, a pinch of salt, ½ tablespoon sugar, and ½ teaspoon cinnamon.
- Tex-Mex: Toss sweet potatoes with ½ teaspoon oil and 2 teaspoons Taco Seasoning or Fajita Seasoning.
- Savory Onion: Toss sweet potatoes with ½ teaspoon oil and 2 teaspoons Copycat Lipton Onion Soup Mix.
- Cajun: Toss potatoes with ½ teaspoon oil and 2 teaspoons Homemade Cajun Seasoning.
- Low-Sodium/Salt-Free: Cut the salt to ¼ teaspoon OR omit completely if on a salt-free diet.
- Add Fresh Herbs: Toss the sweet potatoes with the oil, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, and ½ tablespoon minced fresh thyme leaves, or ½ tablespoon minced fresh rosemary.
How to Make Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes
The following tips are provided to help you achieve perfect results. You will find the ingredient quantities and detailed instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Cut into evenly sized cubes. You want the sweet potatoes cut into pieces that are all about the same time, as this will ensure they cook evenly.
- Spread out the potatoes in the basket or tray of your air fryer. Just like when roasting sweet potatoes, it is best not to allow much overlap in the air fryer. This allows the sweet potato cubes to evenly cook and to develop a crispy exterior.
- Flip Once. Midway through air-frying, you want to remove the basket of the air fryer, give the sweet potatoes a good shake, and return them to the air fryer. This will allow each side to become crispy and golden.
Storage and Reheating
- Refrigerate: Allow the sweet potatoes to cool slightly, transfer them to an airtight container, and store them in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freeze: Allow the sweet potatoes to cool to room temperature. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and flash-freeze them for about 60 minutes. Transfer the frozen potatoes to a freezer-safe airtight container, and store them in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Reheat: Whether frozen or refrigerated, it is best to reheat air fryer sweet potatoes in the air fryer to keep their crispy texture intact. Reheat at 350 degrees F for 3-4 minutes for refrigerated sweet potatoes, and 15 minutes for frozen, shaking halfway.
Serving Suggestions
Air Fryer Roasted Sweet Potatoes make a great side dish to endless meals, such as Grilled BBQ Chicken Breasts, Black Bean Burgers, Sloppy Joes, or Balsamic Pork Tenderloin. Or use my ideas below to inspire your creativity.
- Top the air fryer sweet potatoes with a poached egg for a simple breakfast.
- Use leftover Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes to make a fast sweet potato hash.
- Season the sweet potatoes with taco seasoning, and toss with black beans after roasting. Serve in flour tortillas with mashed avocado for a quick Black Bean Sweet Potato Burrito or Sweet Potato Taco.
- Use leftover Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes to make a quick Tex-Mex Chicken Skillet, and skip the step requiring you to sauté the sweet potatoes.
More Air Fryer Vegetable Recipes
- Air Fryer Squash
- Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts
- Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
- Air Fryer Corn on the Cob
- Air Fryer Asparagus
- Air Fryer Eggplant Parmesan
If you enjoyed this recipe for Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes, I would love for you to leave a comment and review below.
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes
Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and made with very little oil, this recipe for Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes allows you to enjoy the flavor of roasted sweet potatoes without heating up the kitchen.
Ingredients
- 4 cups cubed sweet potatoes, cut into ¾"-1" cubes
- ½ teaspoon olive oil, or canola oil or avocado oil
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- If needed per your air fryer model, preheat to 400℉ (205℃).
- Scrub and dry 4 cups cubed sweet potatoes really well and cube them into ¾-1-inch cubes. There is no need to peel the sweet potatoes unless desired.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the sweet potatoes with the ½ teaspoon olive oil, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon paprika, ¼ teaspoon pepper, and ¼ teaspoon onion powder, until the spices and oil are evenly coating the potatoes.
- Spread out the seasoned sweet potatoes in an even layer in the basket or tray of your air fryer.
- Air fry the sweet potatoes at 400℉ (205℃) for 8 minutes. Remove the basket of the air fryer, give the sweet potatoes a good shake, return the basket to the air fryer, and continue cooking for an additional 8 minutes at 400℉ (205℃). If you desire your sweet potatoes to be crispier, continue to air fry for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve as desired.
Equipment
Notes
Sweet Potatoes: Use any variety of sweet potatoes you like.
Oil: Use canola, avocado, or olive oil.
Storage: Once your sweet potatoes have cooled, they can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 5 days or in the freezer for 3 months.
Reheating: Air fryer sweet potatoes are best reheated in the air fryer at 350℉/175℃ for 3-4 minutes for refrigerated sweet potatoes, and 15 minutes for frozen, shaking halfway.
Doubling the Recipe: You will need to work in batches, so you don't overcrowd your air fryer. Hold the first batch of air-fried sweet potatoes in a 200℉/90℃ oven while the second batch is cooking.
Compact Air Fryer: If your air fryer is a compact model, cut this recipe in half or work in batches.
Nutrition
Calories: 121kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gSodium: 364mgPotassium: 461mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 18993IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 1mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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My hubby can eat the whole bowl!! Sweet potatoes are his favorite & the air fryer makes them so easy!
HAHA! Tell him to save you some! So glad you all enjoyed!
I love how crispy these were. Super easy to make too!
The texture is the best 🙂
I never thought sweet potatoes could taste so good in the air fryer. Just like you said crispy on the outside and tender in the middle. Just the way I like them!
I am so happy to hear you enjoyed Beth!