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These easy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries are a healthy alternative to deep fried fries. Crispy and oh so delicious, air fried sweet potato fries are perfect as a side dish or as a satisfying snack.
Time to make deep fried sweet potato fries healthy and guilt-free with this easy sweet potato fries air fryer recipe. Quick and easy to make, they are crispy outside and tender inside. Together with air fryer zucchini fries, carrot fries, and low calorie Fries, this dish goes into the list of our favorite healthy fast food recipes.
These healthy sweet potato fries in the air fryer perfectly complement juicy burgers and grilled chicken breasts, adding a delightful crunch and sweet-savory flavor to your meal. They’re also great as a tasty snack or appetizer, ideal for any parties and barbecues. For the best experience, serve them with a selection of your favorite dipping sauces, like tangy ketchup, creamy ranch, or zesty aioli. A crowd pleaser for any occasion!
Recipe ingredients
- Sweet potatoes. This recipe requires 2 medium size sweet potatoes, cut into even slices of about 1/4 inch. You can decide whether to peel them or not, I personally like leaving the skin on.
- Olive oil. Extra virgin olive oil makes sweet potato fries crispy and flavorful. A great alternative is avocado oil, or use coconut oil for a distinct flavor.
- Salt and seasonings. I like seasoning my sticks with sea salt, smoked paprika and garlic powder, simple but oh so delicious. Feel free to experiment with additional herbs and seasonings such as dried dill, onion powder, or even Parmesan cheese.
How to cut sweet potatoes for fries?
Here’s how to easily cut sweet potatoes into fries. Start by peeling the potatoes and trimming off both ends. Then, cut them in half lengthwise to create a flat, stable surface. Place each half flat-side down and slice it lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick planks. Slice again into 1/4-inch thick planks.
ℹ️ Try cutting the potatoes into even sticks with the same size. This simple precaution will ensure that your air fry sweet potato French fries come out crispy and delicious.
How to make air fryer sweet potatoes fries?
- Heat air fryer. Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (or 195°C if you follow the metric system) and spray the basket with oil. I used a ninja air fryer, which should be preheated. But not all brands require this step, read the instructions of your own machine for precise information.
- Slice and season potatoes. Peel sweet potatoes into even sticks about ¼ thick, then place in a large mixing bowl. Toss with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper and garlic powder. You can add other herbs and seasonings such as onion powder, oregano, rosemary or chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- Air fry sweet potato fries. Transfer the sticks to the air fryer basket, without overcrowding the pan. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway through. You know they are ready when they are crispy outside and tender inside. Serve immediately with a selection of dipping sauces.
Success tips
- Cut even potato sticks. Slicing potatoes into even sticks is key because it ensures that the sweet potatoes air fry evenly. This way you won’t struggle with overcooked and undercooked chips anymore.
- Season to your likings. Toss sweet potato with just salt and paprika if you are looking for something simple, or experiment with herbs and seasonings like garlic powder, rosemary, oregano, Parmesan cheese, nutritional yeast, or even cinnamon for an exotic flavor.
- Don’t overcrowd the basket. If you overcrowd the air fryer basket, the fries won’t cook evenly and get nicely crispy. I recommend air frying sweet potatoes in batches, so that the sticks do not overlap.
- Flip halfway through. The cooking time for fries is about 12 to 15 minutes, but you should turn them a couple of times while air frying. Once again, this simple trick ensures that the sweet potatoes air fry evenly.
- Serve immediately. I recommend enjoying sweet potato chips warm, right after you remove them from the air fryer basket. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauce such as guacamole, mayonnaise, aioli or keto BBQ sauce for a satisfying side dish.
Storing & Reheating
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for a maximum of 3 days. For the best storage, let the fries cool first, and then place in an airtight food container. To store them for longer, transfer the sticks in zipper bags and freeze for up to 3 months. Before serving, reheat frozen sweet potato fries in air fryer for a couple of minutes.
You don’t need to soak sweet potatoes in water before air frying. Many people put potatoes in a bowl full of water for at least 30 minutes to remove any starch in excess, leading to crispier fries. However, this step is optional. I tried it already, and the difference was almost unnoticeable.
Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C), then line the fries in a single layer in the basket and cook for 10-15 minutes, shaking halfway through. Check for desired crispiness and enjoy.
There are several reasons why your chips may get soggy. First and foremost, you air fry them at a temperature that is too low. Aim for 380°F (195°C). Second, you most likely overcrowded the basket. Avoid this by lining the sticks on a single layer. Third, you did not preheat the air fryer. Each brand is different, and some must be preheated before cooking.
Just as a side note, cooking sweet potato in air fryer will never make them as crispy as deep frying. This is a healthier, lower calorie cooking method with very little oil.
Theoretically yes, but I do not recommend skipping the oil, as it leads to crispier and tastier fries. It is just a tablespoon, it won’t cause any harm to your diet.
More healthy air fryer recipes
- Air fryer tofu
- Air fryer corn on the cob
- Healthy zucchini fries
- Air fryer salmon bites
- Air fryer tortilla chips
- Frozen broccoli in air fryer
- Air fryer chickpeas
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled
- 1 ½ tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt, or to taste
- ⅓ tsp garlic powder
- ⅓ tsp paprika
- ground black pepper, optional, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 380°F (195°C) and spray the air fryer basket with oil.
- Peel sweet potatoes, slice into even sticks about ¼ thick, then place in a large mixing bowl. Toss with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt and pepper.
- Transfer sweet potato sticks to the air fryer basket, without overcrowding the pan. Air fry for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway through. Serve immediately.
Air fried sweet potato fries are so good. Recipe is easy.
Hey dear Bette,
many many thanks for your review. It makes me incredibly happy that you liked my air fryer French fries recipe with sweet potatoes 😉
Have a great day,
Matteo
My fav sweet potato …. camote!!!
Yummy yummy !!!
Hey dear Liza,
thanks a lot for your lovely feedback. I am truly happy to hear that you liked these healthy sweet potato fries in the air fryer. They’re crispy and so delicious, nothing is better than air fryer camote fries ahaha!
Have a great weekend,
Matteo