Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato (Printable)

Golden, crisped sweet potato fries seasoned with smoked paprika and garlic powder for a tasty, healthier snack.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 2 large sweet potatoes (approximately 1 lb), peeled

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

03 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional for extra crispiness)

04 - ½ teaspoon sea salt

05 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

06 - ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

07 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

01 - Cut the peeled sweet potatoes into ¼-inch thick fries.

02 - Place the cut fries in cold water and soak for 30 minutes to remove excess starch. Drain and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels.

03 - Transfer fries to a large bowl and toss with olive oil. If using, sprinkle with cornstarch and toss until evenly coated.

04 - Add sea salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper to the fries and toss again to distribute evenly.

05 - Preheat the air fryer to 380°F for 3 minutes.

06 - Place the fries in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.

07 - Cook fries for 16 to 18 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking, until fries are golden, crisp, and cooked through.

08 - Optionally sprinkle with additional salt and serve immediately with preferred dipping sauce.

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Crispy outside, tender inside—no deep fryer guilt, just pure satisfaction.
Ready in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or sudden cravings.
Naturally gluten-free and accidentally impressive enough to serve guests.

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Skipping the soak step teaches you this lesson the hard way—those fries will be limp, so trust the cold water.
Shaking the basket halfway isn't optional if you want even crispiness; unshaken fries cook unevenly.

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If your air fryer has adjustable racks, use the middle position for the most even heat distribution.
Thinner fries get crispier faster, so cut them evenly; thicker ones stay softer in the center, which some people prefer.