Sweet Potato Butter Bake
Easy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Butter Bake Recipe
Want to enjoy sweet potatoes in a more delicious way? Today’s recipe is the Sweet Potato Butter Bake! Let’s make it.
Ingredients- 5 medium sweet potatoes
- Butter, to taste
- Pinch of salt
Tools- Air fryer
- Knife
- Spoon (for scooping butter)
- Paper towel
- Air fryer
- Knife
- Spoon (for scooping butter)
- Paper towel
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the star of your delicious sweet potato butter bake: the sweet potatoes. Thoroughly brush off any dirt and then wash them under running water until they are completely clean. Since we’ll be eating them with the skin on, it’s especially important to wash them well. After washing, gently pat them dry with a paper towel.
Step 2
Place the prepared sweet potatoes in the air fryer basket, side by side. Leaving a little space between them helps them cook more evenly. Set the air fryer temperature to 180°C (350°F) and bake for about 20 minutes. The cooking time may vary depending on the size of the sweet potatoes and your specific air fryer model. You’ll know they’re done when they are tender when pierced with a skewer.
Step 3
Once the sweet potatoes are nicely baked, carefully remove them from the air fryer. Slice each sweet potato in half lengthwise. Be cautious as they will be hot! Place the cut side up and, while they are still warm, add a generous amount of butter onto each half. Nestle the butter into the cut surface so it can melt beautifully. The residual heat from the sweet potato will start melting the butter naturally.
Step 4
As the butter begins to melt into the warm sweet potato, sprinkle a pinch of salt over the top to season. Using coarse salt or sea salt is recommended, as it provides a delightful textural contrast and enhances the natural sweetness of the potato. Salt magically amplifies the sweetness! Now, you can enjoy your warm, sweet, and buttery sweet potato bake. It’s a delightful treat!
