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Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries

Crispy, flavorful sweet potato fries made easily in the air fryer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Fries
  • 3 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cut into fries
  • 1.5 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
Seasoning
  • 0.75 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.25 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper optional

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Peel and cut sweet potatoes into evenly sized fries.
  2. Soak fries in cold water for 30 minutes, then drain and dry thoroughly.
  3. Toss fries with olive oil and cornstarch until lightly coated.
  4. Add salt, paprika, garlic powder, pepper, and cayenne; mix well.
  5. Preheat air fryer to 380°F.
  6. Arrange fries in a single layer in the basket.
  7. Cook for 12–15 minutes, shaking halfway through.
  8. Increase heat to 400°F for last 2 minutes for extra crispiness and serve immediately.

Notes

For crispier fries, cut thinner and avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket.