Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes – Crispy, Savory, and Ready in Minutes
Air fryer sweet potato
These air fryer sweet potatoes are the healthy side dish that works for every meal. With a crispy outside, tender inside, and packed with garlic and herbs, this recipe transforms simple sweet potato cubes into the perfect air fryer snack or meal prep veggie. Whether you're looking to add them to rice bowls, tacos, or salads, these sweet potatoes are gluten-free, vegan, and a flavorful oven alternative. Cooked at 400°F, tossed in garlic powder and Italian seasoning, and finished with a quick shake halfway through, they deliver bold flavor and golden brown perfection in under 20 minutes.
Recipe at a Glance
· Prep Time: 5 minutes
· Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
· Total Time: 20 minutes
· Servings: 2
· Calories: 160 per serving
· Protein: 2g per serving
Why You’ll Love These Sweet Potatoes
· Crispy air fried sweet potatoes with savory garlic flavor
· Quick air fryer cooking time – ready in under 20 minutes
· Perfect for rice bowls, tacos, salads, or meal prep
· Easy to customize with spices or sauces
· Naturally gluten-free and can be made with no oil
· Works with fresh or frozen sweet potato cubes
· Delicious with seasoning for sweet potato fries air fryer combos
· Easy to customize: make sweet potato wedges, chips, or strips
Ingredients
· 2 large sweet potatoes (peeled and cut into cubes, thin fries or wedges)
· 1 tablespoon garlic powder
· 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
· Avocado oil spray
Instructions
1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
2. Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into even ¾-inch pieces for matching size and even cooking.
3. In a bowl, toss cubes with garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
4. Spray avocado oil onto sweet potatoes and toss again to lightly coat.
5. Place sweet potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
6. Air fry at 400°F for 12–15 minutes, shaking the basket once halfway through.
7. Cook until softened inside and golden brown and crispy outside.
8. Let cool slightly and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
· Calories: 160
· Protein: 2g
· Fiber: 4g
Tips & Customizations
· Swap Italian seasoning for harissa or Cajun spice for spicy air fryer sweet potatoes.
· Add cinnamon and coconut sugar for air fryer sweet potato desserts.
· Use olive oil instead of avocado oil.
· Try frozen sweet potato cubes with an extra 3–5 minutes cook time.
· For keto: reduce serving size or sub with lower-carb root veggies.
· Mix in rosemary or smoked paprika for herbal or smoky variation.
Meal Prep & Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge.
Reheat air fryer sweet potatoes at 375°F for 3–5 minutes.
Not recommended for freezing after cooking (texture softens).
Great for batch cooking for the week – works in bowls, wraps, and salads.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What’s the best temperature for air fryer sweet potatoes?
A: 400°F provides crispy outside and tender inside.
Q: Do I need to preheat my air fryer?
A: Yes, preheating ensures even cooking and a better crisp.
Q: Can I use sweet potato wedges instead of cubes?
A: Yes! Just increase cooking time to 15–18 minutes depending on size.
Q: Are air fryer sweet potatoes gluten free?
A: Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten free.
Q: Can I make this recipe oil-free?
A: You can skip the oil spray, but the sweet potatoes may be less crispy.
Final Thoughts
These air fryer sweet potatoes are everything you want in a healthy side dish—crispy, golden, flavorful, and done in minutes. Whether you're adding them to salads, tacos, bowls, or enjoying them as a stand-alone snack, their garlic-seasoned exterior and creamy interior make them a crave-worthy addition to your weekly rotation. Batch-friendly, vegan, gluten-free, and endlessly customizable, this air fryer sweet potato cubes recipe proves that simple ingredients and the right air fryer cooking time can create a five-star dish in your own kitchen.
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