Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries: Simple and Super-Crispy
Air fryer sweet potato fries are a simple side that always delivers. They cook evenly, crisp up quickly, and make an easy upgrade to weeknight dinners or party snacks. This version gives you homemade sweet potato fries with a golden exterior and soft center, using just a handful of pantry spices. If you enjoy easy air fryer recipes or need a dependable sweet potato side dish to pair with wraps, burgers, or bowls, this is one to keep on your regular rotation.
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I’ll be honest! Sweet potatoes aren’t usually my first choice. But these crispy air fryer sweet potato fries are the exception. They turn perfectly crisp, take hardly any effort, and somehow work with everything from quick grilled chicken wraps to weekend burgers. It’s the one sweet potato side dish I make on repeat because it always tastes better than I expect, and everyone reaches for it without hesitation.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- They turn crisp in the air fryer with minimal effort.
- The seasoning is simple, versatile, and easy to pair with almost any meal.
- They cook faster than oven fries, making them a reliable weeknight side.
- The method works consistently, so every batch comes out evenly browned.
Ingredients
See the recipe card for the complete list of ingredients and quantities.
How To Make Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
Step 1: Wash, peel, and cut sweet potatoes into thin, even strips.
Step 2: In a large bowl, toss sweet potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, dill, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Step 3: Heat the air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes. Place fries in a single layer in the basket. Air fry for 12–15 minutes, shaking halfway.
Step 4: Cook remaining batches until all fries are crispy and golden. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Expert Tips and Variations
- Cut the fries as evenly as possible so they brown at the same rate.
- Pat the sweet potatoes dry before seasoning if they feel damp; excess moisture can slow crispness.
- Serve immediately after cooking; sweet potato fries soften as they cool.
- Spicy: Add chili powder, cayenne, or crushed red pepper for spicy sweet potato fries.
- Five Spice: Swap the paprika for a pinch of Chinese five spice for a warm, aromatic twist.
- Smoky: Add smoked paprika for deeper flavor.
- Carrot Fries: Use the same method with carrots to make spicy carrot fries in the air fryer.
Serving Ideas & Variations
- Serve alongside burgers, grilled chicken, or pulled pork sandwiches for an easy weeknight side.
- Add a handful to grilled chicken wraps or burrito bowls for extra texture and sweetness.
- Pair with Chipotle mayo, ranch, garlic aioli, or a simple yogurt dip.
- Include them on a snack board with other air fryer favorites for casual entertaining.
More Side Dish Recipes
- This loaded green bean casserole bakes into a creamy, tender dish with a golden garlic butter crumb that adds the perfect crunch. It’s made without mushroom soup or any canned ingredients, giving you a fresh, festive side that always feels special on the holiday table.
- Golden, creamy, and baked to perfection, this butternut squash mac and cheese is pure comfort in a dish. Cozy enough for fall evenings, simple enough for weeknights, and special enough for any holiday table.
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Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Mixing bowl
- Peeler
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 2-3 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon dry dill
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and peel the sweet potatoes, then cut off the ends. Slice each potato into ¼-inch planks. Stack a few planks at a time, and cut them into ¼-inch fries.
- Add the strips to a large bowl and toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, dry dill, and paprika until fully coated.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400℉ for 3 to 5 minutes. Arrange the sweet potato strips in a single layer in the basket.
- Air fry for 12 to 15 minutes, shaking or flipping halfway through, until crisp and golden. Repeat with the remaining batches.
- Serve warm with your preferred dipping sauce.
Notes
- Make the strips as uniform as possible for even cooking.
- Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Adjust seasoning amounts to taste or add chili powder for extra heat.
