Making air fryer sweet potato fries from scratch is simple and easy. In just 20 minutes, you’ll be snacking on these unique and ultra-popular fries—and dunking them in your favorite sauce.
These air fryer sweet potato fries are simply unmatched. I love pairing them with a Caesar salad wrap and dipping them in a blue cheese dip, fry sauce, or a creamy Caesar salad dressing.
Why You’ll Love Homemade Sweet Potato Fries
- Healthier than French fries. Sweet potatoes are packed with nutrients—they’re a great source of vitamin A, vitamin C, and beta carotene.
- Only organic ingredients. With just a few seasonings and a dash of olive oil, this side dish is a healthy alternative to French fries.
- Done in a flash. Unlike oven recipes that require preheating and longer cooking times, these air fryer sweet potato fries cook for just 13 minutes.
If you love this homemade sweet potato fries recipe, be sure to check out these healthy Air Fryer Carrot Fries and our exclusive Air Fryer Sweet Potato Chips recipe.
Recipe Tips & Tricks
- Do not stack your fries. To make sure your fries cook evenly and get crispy, make sure to place them in an even layer and flip them halfway through the cooking process.
- Customize it with your favorite flavors. Swap the seasonings out according to your liking. We love to make them with Cajun seasoning!
- Pair with your preferred dipping sauce. Ketchup, ranch, blue cheese dressing, caesar dressing, fry sauce—these fries work with almost any sauce.
How to Store Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
Put any leftovers in an airtight Tupperware container and store them in the refrigerator—they’ll last about 3-4 days. When you’re ready to eat them, just pop them in the air fryer for 3-5 minutes at 350°F (175°C).
What to Serve with Homemade Sweet Potato Fries
These crunchy sweet potato fries pair perfectly with burgers, grilled chicken, or a classic BLT. The sweet and salty combination makes them a great side dish or snack!
Personally, I love pairing them with a chicken Caesar wrap. It makes for a fantastic blend of flavors, and the sweet potato fries are delicious dipped in a homemade Caesar dressing.
More Sweet Potato Air Fryer Recipes
- Air Fryer Sweet Potato Casserole: A fluffy and sweet cinnamon-spiced filling combined with an irresistible brown sugar pecan topping makes this sweet potato dish one of a kind.
- Air Fryer Sweet Potato Burrito Bowls: This filling and healthy meal option is packed with Tex-Mex flavors and super easy to make in the air fryer.
- Air Fryer Sweet Potato: Simple and sweet, this air fryer recipe is no-hassle and faster than cooking sweet potatoes in the oven.
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Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
Equipment
- Air fryer
- vegetable peeler
Ingredients
- 3 sweet potatoes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp dried herbs
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Peel, wash, and dry the sweet potatoes.
- Cut the sweet potatoes into thin strips and place them in a deep bowl.
- Add salt, spices, and herbs to the bowl. Add the olive oil. Mix thoroughly.
- Place the sweet potato slices in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Bake at 380ºF (193ºC) for 7 minutes.
- Flip the sweet potato slices over with a spatula and air fry for another 5-6 minutes at the same temperature.
Notes
- This recipe can be made in an air fryer unit with a basket or an air fryer oven. If you are using an air fryer oven, use the middle rack and choose the “Air Fry” function.
- Check your food as it cooks. Each air fryer runs a bit differently. Make sure to check your food as it’s cooking to learn your air fryer better and avoid over- or undercooking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sweet potatoes have lots of vitamins and minerals—they’re “an excellent source of beta carotene, vitamin C, and potassium.” Compared to regular potatoes, sweet potatoes have more fiber and vitamins, but similar amounts of carbs, fat, and protein.
Making sweet potato fries in the air fryer is a healthier way to prepare them, since it avoids deep frying and uses minimal amounts of oil.
