Sweet & Moist Air Fryer Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Effortless Air Fryer Roasted Sweet Potatoes Recipe
Embark on a delightful culinary adventure by transforming sweet pumpkin sweet potatoes into perfectly roasted gems using your air fryer! Roasting these sweet potatoes in the air fryer yields a wonderfully tender and moist interior with a subtly chewy skin, releasing a rich, caramelized sweetness and that irresistible aroma of roasted sweet potatoes. Enjoy this delicious treat made simply at home.
Ingredients for Roasted Sweet Potatoes
- 9 Pumpkin Sweet Potatoes (approx. 630g)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare 9 pumpkin sweet potatoes, weighing about 630g in total, for your delicious roasted treat. While any type of sweet potato will work, using pumpkin sweet potatoes will enhance the sweetness of your final dish.
Step 2
Thoroughly wash the sweet potatoes under running water, gently scrubbing them with your hands to remove any dirt or debris. Since you might enjoy them with the skin on, diligent washing is key.
Step 3
After washing, gently pat the sweet potatoes dry with paper towels. Leaving them wet can result in a soggy skin after roasting in the air fryer.
Step 4
Line the bottom of your air fryer basket with parchment paper. This makes cleanup much easier as any caramelized sugars from the sweet potatoes won’t stick. Arrange the dried sweet potatoes evenly in the basket.
Step 5
Set your air fryer to 180°C (350°F). Roasting at this temperature ensures the sweet potatoes cook through to a tender consistency while achieving a slightly chewy skin.
Step 6
Set the timer for 20 minutes. The exact cooking time might vary slightly depending on the size and thickness of your sweet potatoes, so 20 minutes is a good starting point.
Step 7
Once the initial 20 minutes are up, carefully open the air fryer lid and check the doneness of the sweet potatoes. Be mindful of the hot steam!
Step 8
The best way to check if they’re perfectly roasted is to insert a fork or skewer. If it slides easily into the thickest part of the sweet potato with no resistance, they are ready. If they are not yet tender enough, flip the sweet potatoes over, place them back into the air fryer, and cook for an additional 15 minutes at 180°C (350°F). Flipping ensures even cooking on all sides.
Step 9
Voila! Your delicious homemade air fryer roasted sweet potatoes are ready! Enjoy them warm for a truly delightful experience, bursting with honey-like sweetness and a wonderfully moist texture. ^^
