Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries

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These crispy air fryer sweet potato fries are the perfect combination of simple, delicious, and wholesome. Ideal for busy families, weeknight dinners, vegetarians, and anyone looking for a healthier snack or side, this easy recipe delivers restaurant-quality fries with minimal effort, right in your own kitchen.

Made with just a few everyday ingredients, these fries come out crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and full of flavor. They’re a healthy meatless side dish you’ll want to make again and again.

As a busy mom who loves creating easy vegetarian meals from scratch, I’m always on the lookout for recipes that feel like comfort food but are still good for you. These air fryer sweet potato fries check all the boxes, they’re quick, delicious, and made with real ingredients I can feel good about serving my family.

Cooking Tip: The key to crispy sweet potato fries is cutting them into uniform sizes and not overcrowding the air fryer basket. This helps them cook evenly and get that perfect golden finish.

Recipe Highlights & Benefits

✅ Vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free
✅ Crispy and flavorful without deep frying
✅ Quick to prepare, ready in about 30 minutes
✅ Perfect for weeknight dinners, snacks, or as a healthier side dish
✅ Kid-approved and family-friendly

These fries are a fantastic choice for anyone wanting a quick plant-based side dish that doesn’t sacrifice taste or texture.

What You’ll Need to Make Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries

You only need a handful of simple, wholesome ingredients to whip up this healthy vegetarian side:

• 4 medium sweet potatoes
• olive oil
• dried dill
• garlic powder
• paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

These basic pantry staples come together to create irresistibly crispy fries that are full of flavor.

How to Make Crispy Sweet Potato Fries in the Air Fryer (Step-by-Step)

1. Prep the Potatoes: Wash, peel, and cut the sweet potatoes into thin, uniform strips.
2. Season: Toss the sweet potato strips in olive oil, garlic powder, dill, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
3. Preheat: Heat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3–5 minutes.
4. Air Fry: Place the sweet potato strips in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoid overcrowding. Cook for 12–15 minutes, shaking or flipping halfway through.
5. Repeat: Cook in batches until all the fries are golden brown and crispy.
6. Serve: Enjoy hot, with your favorite dipping sauce!

👉 Time-Saving Tip: Pre-cut the sweet potatoes in advance and store them in water in the fridge for up to 24 hours. This cuts down on prep time when you’re ready to cook.

Serving Ideas & Pairings

These air fryer sweet potato fries are incredibly versatile and can be served in so many ways:

• As a side dish with veggie burgers or sandwiches
• Alongside a fresh green salad for a light meal
• With homemade dips like garlic aioli, spicy ketchup, or avocado ranch
• Topped with herbs or grated cheese for an extra flavor boost

Storage, Freezing & Meal Prep Tips

• Storage: Leftover fries can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Reheating: Reheat in the air fryer at 375°F for 3–5 minutes to bring back the crispiness.
• Freezing: While best fresh, you can freeze the uncooked, seasoned fries and cook them straight from frozen, just add a few extra minutes to the cook time.

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I hope you and your family love these crispy air fryer sweet potato fries as much as we do! They’re an easy, delicious way to add more plant-based goodness to your meals. Don’t forget to save this recipe for later and share it with friends who love simple, healthy homemade food.

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