This sweet potato air fryer recipe gives you sweet potato cubes that are tender on the inside and lightly crisp on the outside. Season to taste and enjoy this side dish in so many different ways!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword air fryer sweet potato cubes, air fryer sweet potatoes, roasted sweet potato in air fryer
2sweet potatoesrinsed, peeled, and cut into ½ inch cubes
1tablespoonolive oil
Coarse kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the air fryer to 400ºF.
In a large bowl, toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste.
Add the sweet potatoes to the air fryer, working in batches as necessary so you don’t overcrowd the basket, and cook for 10-14 minutes, shaking the basket half way through.
The sweet potatoes are done when they are tender and lightly browned. Cooking time will vary depending on the size of your cubes and the type of air fryer you have.
Notes
Tips for customizing air fryer sweet potato cubes
Cut the sweet potato into wedges, increasing the cooking time as needed
Season with your favorite spice blend such as za’atar, curry powder, paprika, garlic powder, or garam masala
Drizzle air fried sweet potato cubes with honey or ginger tahini dressing before serving