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Two whole air-fried sweet potatoes split open on a cream plate, fluffy orange centers and lightly crisp skins, air fryer softly behind them. The lower title bubble reads How Long to Air Fry Sweet Potato.
Good Fork Daily Editorial Kitchen

How Long to Air Fry Sweet Potato

A practical air fryer sweet potato timing guide for whole potatoes, halves, cubes and fries, with size, temperature and doneness adjustments.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Cooking Guide, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes 8 to 10 ounces each
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt optional
  • 1 pinch black pepper optional

Equipment

  • Basket-style air fryer
  • Fork
  • Tongs
  • Instant-read thermometer optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 390°F for 3 minutes if the appliance manual recommends it.
  2. Scrub and dry the sweet potatoes, prick each several times with a fork, and rub with optional oil and salt.
  3. Place whole potatoes in the basket with space around them and no foil wrapping.
  4. Cook at 390°F for 35 to 45 minutes, turning at 20 minutes. Begin checking an 8-ounce potato at 32 to 35 minutes.
  5. A thin knife or skewer should slide through the center with little resistance; the center is commonly around 205°F to 212°F when very soft.
  6. Rest 5 minutes before splitting, keeping hands clear of hot steam. Season after opening.

Notes

  • Read ingredient labels and the manual for any appliance used.
  • Begin checking at the early end of the range.
  • FoodSafety.gov's clean and chill practices provide the general framework for produce preparation and storage.
  • This recipe was developed through culinary research and editorial review.