Healthy Crispy Air Fryer Roasted Sweet Potatoes
A simple, healthy recipe for crispy air fryer roasted sweet potatoes. Lightly seasoned and cooked until caramelized on the outside and tender inside, these make a quick side or snack any night of the week.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional, for a touch of sweetness)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400 F (200 C) for about 3 to 5 minutes while you prep the potatoes.
- Cut the sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Try to keep them a similar size so they cook evenly.
- In a large bowl, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. If you like a hint of sweetness, add the maple syrup or honey and toss again.
- Place the sweet potatoes into the air fryer basket in a single layer. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to do this in two batches.
- Cook at 400 F for 12 minutes, then shake or gently toss the basket to turn the potatoes. Continue cooking for another 8 to 12 minutes, until the edges are crisp and the centers are tender when pierced with a fork.
- If you want an extra golden finish, increase the temperature to 410 F for the last 2 minutes but watch closely so they do not burn.
- Remove the sweet potatoes to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and an additional pinch of salt if needed. Serve hot.