HomeRecipesAir Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
Difficulty

Beginner

Time

20 min

Servings

4

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs sweet potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Optional: garlic powder, paprika

Instructions

  1. Wash sweet potatoes and pat dry
  2. Cut into 1/4-inch batons (stick-shaped pieces)
  3. Soak in water for 20 minutes (reduces sugars for crispness)
  4. Drain and pat completely dry with paper towels
  5. Toss with avocado oil in a bowl
  6. Mix cinnamon, cayenne, salt in small bowl
  7. Coat sweet potatoes with spice mixture
  8. Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes
  9. Place fries in basket in single layer
  10. Cook for 12 minutes
  11. Shake basket and cook for 3-5 more minutes
  12. Fries should be golden brown and crispy
  13. Remove to paper towels

Tips for Success

  • Sweet potatoes have more sugar than white potatoes
  • Watch carefully - sugars can burn
  • Soaking removes some starch
  • Pat very dry - moisture prevents crispness
  • Cinnamon complements sweet potato flavor naturally
  • Can dip in yogurt or cajun mayo