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Air Fryer Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Published September 14, 2020 Updated January 8, 2021 By Meeta Arora 33 Comments | This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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Air fryer Sweet Potatoes
Air fryer Sweet Potatoes

These Air Fryer Roasted Sweet Potatoes are so easy and delish. With their crispy exterior and tender interior, they are the perfect side to any dish. Add them to salads, tacos or just enjoy as a healthy snack!

Roasted sweet potato in the air fryer

These roasted sweet potatoes have become a staple in our house. My 1 year old loves these. She would leave all the options on her plate aside and ask for second and third serving of these sweet potatoes

And this mama does not mind that. Sweet potatoes are so nutritious, with lots of fiber and potassium. Sweet potatoes with orange flesh are richest in beta-carotene, and Vitamin A. They are also lower in calories than regular potatoes.

One of the best way to cook these glorious sweet potatoes is by roasting them. Roasting brings out the natural sweetness in them. I love to use my air fryer for these quick side dishes. It is so much more convenient than heating up the oven.

I also like to steam them in the instant pot. Frankly, we have been enjoying sweet potatoes in every way possible. They are a part of every grocery order now.

Roasted sweet potato pieces in a white plate

Which Sweet Potato to Use for Roasting?

There are so many different varieties of sweet potatoes and they are not all the same in taste and texture.

My favorite for roasted have been orange skinned sweet potatoes. They are moist, sweet and creamy. Today I am using Garnet sweet potatoes.

Look for firm potatoes without much bruises or discolorations. Avoid the ones that are becoming softer. Store them in a cool, dry, dark, but well ventilated place.

How to Cut Sweet Potatoes for Roasting?

For this particular recipe, we’re roasting sweet potato cubes, and I recommend cutting the sweet potato into ½ inch chunks.

You can also cut them into fries or wedges. The cooking time varies by the thickness and size.

First, wash and peel the sweet potato. It is easier to peel the skin using a peeler.

You can skip peeling them, if you are buying organic. My family prefers peeled sweet potatoes.

Note: you want a sharp chefs knife to cut sweet potatoes. They can be firm and hard to cut.

After peeling, cut into half or 3 pieces depending on the length of the sweet potato.

Then please one portion vertically on the cutting board. And make cuts into it as shown in the picture above. You want to cut the slices about ½ inch in size.

Then lay each slice flat on the cutting board and make half inch cubes.

Try to keep all cubes similar sized.

Sweet potatoes cut into cubes on a cutting board

How to Roast Sweet Potatoes in the Air Fryer?

A little seasoning goes a long way for these sweet potatoes. I like to keep it simple and toss the cubes with in some avocado or olive oil, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Mix well so all the sweet potatoes are coated in the oil and seasoning.

Spices and olive oil on sweet potato chunks

Let's talk about preheating the air fryer. I have made these both with and without preheating and it works well either way. When not preheating, it takes couple of minutes more to get the perfect roasted sweet potatoes.

Place the sweet potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket.

Sweet potato cubes in an air fryer

I used my Instant Vortex air fryer for this recipe. It has the preheat option, so I preheated the air fryer to 400°F.

This air fryer reminds after preheating to add the food, and then also reminds to turn or shake the food. I feel that is a great little feature.

Air fryer for 10-12 minutes for the perfect texture. Shake the basket at about 6 minutes.

If you like them more crunchy, then add a couple of extra minutes.

Roasted sweet potatoes in the air fryer

Air fryer takes half the time than oven, So on regular days and for small quantities I prefer to use air fryer.

Note: When I make these for the baby, then I cut them into even smaller pieces and air fry for 8-10 minutes.

roasted sweet potatoes in a plate

If you want to cook in the oven, preheat the oven to 425°F, and cook for about 30 minutes. Toss the sweet potatoes every 10-15 minutes so they cook evenly.

My Pro-tips

  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer. Cook in batches.
  • No need to boil them before roasting. Yay!
  • Serve them right away, they soften as they cool.
roasted Sweet potatoes cubes in a plate

Seasoning Options

Here are some more seasoning ideas!

  • onion powder
  • cumin powder
  • red chili powder or paprika for a spicy version
  • Curry powder for curry roasted sweet potatoes. Or add the basics such as turmeric, cumin, and my homemade Garam Masala.
  • Oh, and add the end you can add the Chili Lime Seasoning from Trader Joes. So good!

Make them sweet by adding the below flavors

  • Brown sugar
  • Maple syrup
  • Cinnamon and Honey for a holiday version

Hope you enjoy these easy air fryer roasted sweet potatoes. They are a perfect side dish to any meal!

Download free copy of air fryer cooking time chart

Other air fryer veggies you might enjoy:

  • Crispy Kale Chips
  • Pumpkin Seeds
  • French Fries
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Roasted sweet potatoes in a white plate

Air Fryer Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Meeta Arora
These Air Fryer Roasted Sweet Potatoes are so easy and delish. With their crispy exterior and tender interior, they are the perfect side to any meal. Add them to salads, tacos or just enjoy as a healthy snack!
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Servings: 3
Calories: 258
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten-free, Vegan
Method: Air Fryer
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Sweet Potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon Avocado Oil or olive oil

Seasoning

  • ¼ teaspoon Garlic powder
  • ⅓ teaspoon Salt I used pink himalayan salt, adjust to taste
  • ⅛ teaspoon Black Pepper freshly cracked, adjust to taste

Instructions
 

  • Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into ½ inch pieces. 
  • Transfer the sweet potatoes to a bowl. Add the avocado oil and seasonings. Toss them well, so they are all coated with the seasoning.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Add the seasoned sweet potatoes to the air fryer and spread them in a single layer (cook in batches if needed).
  • Air fryer for 10-12 minutes for the perfect texture. Shake the basket at about 6 minutes.

In Oven

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F. Transfer the sweet potatoes to a large sheet pan. You can also add the olive oil and seasonsings on the sheet pan.
  • Spread evenly so they do not overlap. Cook for 25-30 minutes. Flip every 10-15 minutes for even cooking.

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Notes

Tips to cook sweet potatoes in the air fryer:
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer. Cook in batches.
  • No need to boil them before roasting. Yay!
  • Serve them right away, they soften as they cool.
More seasoning options: 
  • onion powder
  • cumin powder
  • red chili powder or paprika for a spicy version
  • curry powder for curry roasted sweet potatoes. Or add the basics such as turmeric, cumin, and garam masala
  • Oh, and add the end you can add the Chili Lime Seasoning from Trader Joes. So good!
Make them sweet by adding brown sugar, or maple syrup. Add cinnamon and honey for a delicious holiday sweet potato side dish. 

Note: Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

Nutrition

Calories: 258kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 513mgPotassium: 764mgFiber: 7gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 32176IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 68mgIron: 1mg
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  1. Moulikta says

    July 06, 2022 at 10:17 am

    Would love this try this! My favorite! If it will be crispy. I’ll be so happy

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  2. Athena Jones says

    May 11, 2022 at 11:05 pm

    Thank you for sharing this healthy and nutritious recipe. Sweet potato is one of my favorite veggies. I would love to make this recipe as a quick side dish. According to studies, sweet potatoes are highly nutritious. Instead of using avocado oil or olive oil, I would love to use ghee oil.

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  3. Susan says

    April 28, 2022 at 12:48 pm

    Love sweet potato cooked this way and my grandkids do too. Quick and easy to do.

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    • Piping Pot Curry says

      May 09, 2022 at 11:49 am

      Hi - So happy to hear that. Thank you for sharing back 🙂

      Reply
  4. Cecilia says

    November 09, 2021 at 10:29 am

    I would love to have the ability to print this recipe. I need to do so because my sight is poor. I'm sure its delicious, but can't try it out until I have a print copy. Thank you

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    • Meeta Arora says

      November 09, 2021 at 5:01 pm

      Hi Cecilia - I do have the print recipe button on the recipe card. I hope you enjoy the roasted sweet potatoes.

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  5. Dianne says

    September 29, 2021 at 7:26 am

    Delicious and easy. Question: what is considered a serving size? My new favorite way to eat sweet potatoes and my child loves them too Bonus!!!

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    • Meeta Arora says

      October 01, 2021 at 10:06 pm

      Hi Dianne - Each serving is about 1 small sweet potato. Happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe. Especially great to hear when kids enjoy a recipe too.

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