The Perfect Snack, Made Healthier
Let’s be real—who doesn’t love fries? And if you’ve got an air fryer (or are thinking about getting one), you’ve probably asked yourself, “Can this thing really make French fries?” Spoiler alert: yes, yes it can—and they’re pretty amazing. (No messy deep fryers or cornstarch needed here!) Whether you’re on team regular potato or sweet potato, we’ve got you covered. I’ve made countless batches of these air fryer sweet potato fries, and they turn out perfectly golden and crispy on the outside yet tender on the inside every time. So, let’s make some fries, friends!
Here’s What You’ll Need
I like to keep the ingredient list short for my air fryer sweet potato fries (3, to be exact), but feel free to mix things up with your favorite seasonings!
Sweet Potatoes: Any variety works here—try jewel, garnet, or even purple sweet potatoes! (They’ll all turn out deliciously crispy.) Oil: Just a light coating of a neutral oil with a high smoke point, like grapeseed, sunflower, or avocado oil, gives you that perfect crisp (and a little goes a long way!). Spices: A sprinkle of salt is a classic, but you can have fun with it! Try garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, or even cinnamon for a sweet twist.
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
Step 1: Cut The PotatoesTo make traditional or shoestring fries, cut your sweet potato lengthwise into thin planks. Then, cut each plank into strips. Step 2: Soak The FriesPlace sweet potato fries in cold water for 30 to 60 minutes (or as long as 8 hours) before air frying. Step 3: Dry The FriesDrain and pat dry your sweet potato fries. Add to a bowl, then drizzle with vegetable oil (about 1 teaspoon per potato) and a pinch of salt. Toss the fries to coat them evenly. Step 4: Air Fry The FriesAdd fries to your air fryer basket. Cook at 390°F (200°C) for 15 to 20 minutes until crispy. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce, like ketchup or chipotle mayonnaise!
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges
Step 1: Cut The FriesTo make sweet potato wedges, cut each sweet potato in half lengthwise, then in half lengthwise again, and then in half again. Step 2: Soak The WedgesAgain, to make the sweet potato wedges extra crispy, soak them in cold water for 30 to 60 minutes (or as long as 8 hours) before air frying them. Step 3: Dry The WedgesDrain and pat dry sweet potato wedges. Add to a bowl, then drizzle with vegetable oil (about 1 teaspoon per potato) and a pinch of salt, tossing to coat. Step 4: Fry The WedgesAdd wedges to your air fryer basket. Cook at 390°F (200°C) for 15 to 20 minutes until crispy (they should still be tender on the inside).
