Sweet Baked Sweet Potatoes: An Effortless Air Fryer Recipe
Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potatoes: The Simplest Way to Make Delicious Baked Sweet Potatoes
Tired of steamed sweet potatoes? Trying them baked in the air fryer again after a long time was such a sweet surprise! These baked sweet potatoes are so convenient to eat, one by one, without the peel. Making them is incredibly simple.
Ingredients- 3 medium sweet potatoes
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Start with 3 medium-sized sweet potatoes for that perfect sweetness. Wash them thoroughly. Using a peeler, carefully remove all the skin. Then, cut the sweet potatoes into generous chunks, about 2-3 cm thick. Cutting them larger helps ensure the inside stays moist and tender after baking.
Step 2
Arrange the prepared sweet potato pieces in your air fryer basket, making sure they aren’t overcrowded. Set your air fryer to 180°C (350°F) and begin the first cooking stage for 15 minutes. This initial cook begins to soften the potatoes and caramelize their natural sugars.
Step 3
After the first 15 minutes, carefully remove the basket. Gently shake the basket to redistribute the sweet potato pieces, ensuring they are in a single layer and not piled on top of each other. This step is crucial for even cooking and achieving that perfect texture all around.
Step 4
Turn the sweet potato pieces so they are facing the opposite side, and place them back into the air fryer. Cook for another 15 minutes at 180°C (350°F). This second cooking stage will crisp up the exterior beautifully while ensuring the inside is wonderfully tender and sweet, much like roasted chestnuts.
Step 5
And here they are – perfectly baked sweet potatoes! Using an air fryer makes preparing these delicious treats incredibly easy, yielding a flavor reminiscent of those baked over an open fire.
Step 6
Behold, the crispy exterior and moist, sweet interior of your baked sweet potatoes! Because we peeled them before baking, they are wonderfully mess-free to eat, perfect for snacking. They are especially convenient for children’s snacks. Roasting significantly intensifies the natural sugars in sweet potatoes, so while delicious, they are best enjoyed in moderation if you are mindful of your sugar intake for dietary reasons. Enjoy this delightful treat!
