These Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries are crispy, delicious and easy to make with wholesome sweet potatoes, avocado oil, and a flavorful blend of garlic and paprika and air fried to perfection. They are the perfect sweet and savory way to elevate your snack game!
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Updated February 2023
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries: A Crispy Delight
Craving a crispy snack and a healthier alternative to traditional fries without sacrificing flavor or crunch? These Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries are a game-changer, combining the goodness of sweet potatoes with the ease of air frying.
Making sweet potato fries in the air fryer is not only way easier without having to pull out a deep fryer, but they are much healthier since they use less oil.
Paired with two mouthwatering dips – Avocado Dip and Cashew Cheese Dip – this air fryer sweet potato fries recipe is not only guilt-free but sure to satisfy your cravings and sure to be a crowd-pleaser for game day!
Why Make Sweet Potato Fries in the Air Fryer
Discover a crispy revolution by choosing to make sweet potato fries in the air fryer.
- Healthier Alternative: Achieve a satisfying crunch with significantly less oil, preserving the natural goodness of sweet potatoes.
- Crispy Perfection: The air fryer ensures even cooking, resulting in consistently crispy exteriors while maintaining tender interiors.
- Speedy Cooking Time: Enjoy perfectly cooked sweet potato fries in just 10-13 minutes, thanks to the air fryer’s quick cooking capabilities.
- Minimal Mess: Say goodbye to greasy kitchens and daunting cleanups – the air fryer minimizes splattering oil and simplifies the cleaning process.
- Customizable Flavors: Experiment with various seasonings easily, as the air fryer infuses flavors perfectly for a personalized snacking experience.
- Versatile Dipping Options: Pair your air-fried sweet potato fries with a variety of dipping sauces, from classic ketchup to creative avocado or cashew cheese dips.
- Energy-Efficient Cooking: Enjoy energy efficiency with the air fryer, contributing to both environmental and economic savings.
- Kid-Friendly and Family Approved: The crispy appeal of air-fried sweet potato fries makes them a hit with the whole family, providing a fun and enjoyable cooking experience.
Want to switch up your fries? Try our Air Fryer Fries, Air Fryer Zucchini Fries or Air Fryer Avocado Fries and if you like cooking with your air fryer, be sure to check out my air fryer guide for helpful tips and tricks.
How to Cut Sweet Potato Fries
The key to making the best air fryer sweet potato fries without cornstarch is to cut all the pieces as evenly and thinly so that they will all cook evenly. It’s okay if they are not all perfectly even since it will depend on the size of your sweet potato. We just want to make sure that they are roughly the same since the small pieces will cook faster and could burn in the air fryer.
- Place your sweet potato on a cutting board, and using a shark knife, cut the sweet potato down the middle vertically into thin slices.
- Stack the slices on top of each other then cut the sweet potato into french fry pieces that are about 1/4-inch thick.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
All you really need to make sweet potato fries are the potatoes and your seasonings of choice. Here’s the fool-proof ingredient combination we use for ours:
- Sweet Potatoes: Packed with vitamins and fiber, sweet potatoes are the star of this recipe, lending a natural sweetness and a crispy texture when air-fried.
- Avocado Oil: Perfect for high-heat cooking, avocado oil ensures our fries achieve that golden crispiness.
- Garlic Powder: Adding a savory kick, garlic powder complements the sweetness of the potatoes.
- Salt and Pepper: Simple yet essential, these seasonings bring out the flavors in every bite.
- Smoked Paprika: To add a lovely touch of heat!
- Parsley: Chopped, for serving.
- Lemon Wedges: For serving.
Avocado Dip:
- Avocado: Creamy and rich in healthy fats, avocados provide a luscious texture to the dip. They also contribute vitamins and antioxidants for added nutritional value.
- Lime: Adding a zesty kick, lime not only enhances the flavor but also brings a burst of freshness. Its acidity balances the richness of the avocado, creating a well-rounded taste.
- Fresh Coriander: Offering a hint of citrus and herbal notes, fresh coriander elevates the dip’s complexity, making it a perfect companion for the sweet potato fries.
- Salt and Pepper: Essential for seasoning, salt and pepper enhance the overall taste, ensuring a well-balanced and flavorful avocado dip.
Cashew Cheese Dip:
- Cashews: Creamy and versatile, cashews serve as the base for a dairy-free cheese-like texture. They bring a subtle sweetness and nuttiness to the dip.
- Unsweetened Plant-Based Milk: Providing a smooth consistency, plant-based milk complements the cashews, creating a creamy texture without the need for dairy.
- Nutritional Yeast: Infusing a cheesy flavor, nutritional yeast is a key element in achieving a dairy-free “cheese” dip. It adds depth and umami notes.
- Smoked Paprika: Introducing a smoky and slightly spicy element, smoked paprika enhances the overall flavor profile, giving the dip a unique and satisfying taste.
- Garlic Powder: Adding a savory kick, garlic powder contributes depth and complexity to the cashew cheese dip, making it a savory accompaniment to the sweet potato fries.
How to Make Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
All you have to do is cut up your sweet potatoes, season them, fry them up, then—BOOM—flawless sweet potato fries!
- Heat Air Fryer: If your air fryer requires preheating, preheat it to 380°F.
- Cut Potatoes: Slice the sweet potatoes into even ¼ inch strips, or use a fry cutter if you have one.
- Season: In a large bowl, toss the potatoes with oil and season them with salt, black pepper and garlic powder.
- Place in Air Fryer Basket: Working in batches (depending on the size of your air fryer), place the fries in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not crowded or overlapping.
- Cook: Air fry at 380°F for 10-13 minutes (or longer), flipping halfway through, until the fries are golden brown or until they’ve reached your desired crispness.
- Garnish & Serve: Transfer the fries to a serving platter and sprinkle them with coarse salt and chopped fresh parsley. Serve them with your desired dipping sauce(s) and enjoy!
Make the Dips:
- Avocado Dip: Mash the avocado in a bowl with the back of a fork until smooth with the juice of ½ lime. Add the coriander and then season with salt and pepper.
- Aioli Dip: Blend the dip until it is smooth. If you don’t have a high speed blender soak them in hot water for 30 mins then drain.
Tips for the Best Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
You can’t go wrong with this recipe! Here are a few extra tips for making the best sweet potato fries in the air fryer:
- Cut Fries Evenly: Using a fry cutter is the easiest way to get evenly-sized fries, but you can also cut and measure them on your own. Just slice each potato in half, lengthwise, and cut it into long, 1/4-inch strips (the fries will shrink a bit as they cook).
- Don’t Crowd the Air Fryer: Make sure you’re not putting too many fries in your air fryer basket at once. It’s better to work in batches. If your fries are too crowded, they won’t get as crispy.
- Preheat if Needed: Some air fryers don’t require preheating, but if yours does, don’t skip that step. The air fryer should be at 380°F before you put your fries in.
- Flip Fries Halfway Through: Use tongs to flip your sweet potato fries halfway through the cooking process. This ensures crispiness all around!
Serving Suggestions:
French fries are a classic side dish that pairs well with anything! And these sweet potato fries are no different. Here are a few ideas:
- Pair with Chicken: This juicy and tender Air Fryer Chicken Breast and Grilled Chicken is soaked in a delicious lemon garlic marinade! It tastes amazing with a side of crispy sweet potato fries.
- Serve with Burgers: Who doesn’t love burgers and fries? If anyone came to mind, they clearly haven’t tried these sweet potato fries with a Turkey and Chickpea Burger! These drool-worthy burgers come together in less than 30 minutes.
- Serve with Mac & Cheese: Crispy fries alongside a bowl of creamy mac and cheese – yes please! This vegan Cauliflower Mac and Cheese is divine.
How to Store and Reheat Leftovers
- Refrigeration: Store leftover fries in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They’ll stay fresh for about 3-4 days.
- Reheating: You can toast or air fry them at 360°F for a minute or two to warm them up. You could also reheat them in the microwave, if desired, but they won’t crisp up again.
- Freezing: Place the cooked sweet potato fries on a large baking sheet in a single layer and freeze for at least 20 minutes. Transfer to a large resealable freezer bag and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Reheat from frozen: When ready to reheat, place the frozen sweet potato fries (cooking in batches) in a single layer in the air fryer basket at 365F and heat for 7-9 minutes or until desired crispiness.
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions):
- Can I use regular potatoes instead of sweet potatoes? Yes, you can substitute regular potatoes for sweet potatoes in this recipe. Keep in mind that cooking times may vary slightly.
- Can I make these fries in the oven instead of an air fryer? Absolutely! Simply preheat your oven to 425°F and bake the seasoned fries on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.
- Can I omit the oil to make these fries oil-free? While the avocado oil helps achieve a crispy texture, you can omit it if you prefer oil-free fries. Just be sure to season the fries well before air frying.
- Can you freeze sweet potato fries? Yes, the great thing bout making sweet potato fries is that you can make them ahead of time and freeze them for meal prep.
- Are Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries healthy? Not only are air fried sweet potato fries easier than oven-baked fries, but they’re actually healthier too! You only need half a tablespoon of oil to make them. They also get crispier in the air fryer than they do in the oven. This guilt-free, mess-free recipe will have you serving everything with a side of fries!
More sweet potato recipes you might like:
- Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes
- Air Fryer Roasted Sweet Potatoes
- Slow Cooker Mashed Sweet Potatoes
- Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
These Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries are crispy, delicious and easy to make with wholesome sweet potatoes, avocado oil, and a flavorful blend of garlic and paprika and air fried to perfection. They are the perfect sweet and savory way to elevate your snack game!
- 4 medium-large sweet potatoes
- 3 tbsp avocado oil , feel free to use olive oil or another high-heat neutral tasting oil of your choice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika , for added flavor - omit if preferred
- Salt and pepper , to taste
- 1 avocado
- ½ lime
- 1 tsp fresh coriander finely chopped
- Salt and pepper
- ¼ cup cashews
- ¼ cup unsweetened plant-based milk
- 3 tbsp nutritional yeast
- Pinch smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
If your air fryer requires preheating, preheat it to 380°F.
Cut Potatoes: Slice the sweet potatoes into even ¼ inch strips, or use a fry cutter if you have one.
Season: In a large bowl, toss the potatoes with oil and season them with salt, black pepper and garlic powder.
Place in Air Fryer Basket: Working in batches (depending on the size of your air fryer), place the fries in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not crowded or overlapping.
Cook: Air fry at 380°F for 10-13 minutes (or longer), flipping halfway through, until the fries are golden brown or until they've reached your desired crispness.
Garnish & Serve: Transfer the fries to a serving platter and sprinkle them with coarse salt and chopped fresh parsley. Serve them with your desired dipping sauce(s) and enjoy!
Avocado Dip: Mash the avocado in a bowl with the back of a fork until smooth with the juice of ½ lime. Add the coriander and then season with salt and pepper.
Aioli Dip: Place the ingredients for the cashew cheese dip in a food processor and blend until smooth. If you don’t have a high speed blender soak them in hot water for 30 mins then drain.
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*Please note the nutritional information is for fries only without the optional dips.
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