These Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes are so delicious. They get crisped to perfection, using my favorite kitchen item – the air fryer! These can be added to salads, burrito bowls, or enjoyed alone. There are so many uses for these quick Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes. The best part about this recipe is that it literally takes under 5 minutes to prepare.
When I got an Air Fryer it was a complete game changer for me for meal time. I cook proteins in it and a variety of sides. Another favorite air fryer side of mine is my Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash! If you are just looking for another roasted vegetable recipe, be sure to check out my Roasted Leeks and Roasted Bok Choy recipe too! If you are on an air fryer kick like I am, check out my Air Fryer Turkey Burgers.
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What Makes This Recipe So Good?
- Sweet potatoes are naturally nutritious, they are packed with fiber and potassium.
- Cooking sweet potatoes in the oven can be time consuming – the air fryer saves so much time.
- This recipe can be tweaked if you prefer your sweet potatoes sweeter by adding maple syrup or cinnamon.
- This recipe is naturally gluten free, dairy free, soy free, vegan, Whole30 friendly, refined sugar free, flourless, grain free, and paleo.
- If you are like me, and LOVE sweet potatoes, my Vegan Sweet Potato Mash would be right up your alley.
- If you would prefer to have your sweet potatoes cooked for you, check out my paleo meal prep kitchen located in Pittsburgh. We deliver ready to eat meals right to your door and sweet potatoes are almost always on the menu.
Recipe Ingredients
- Sweet potatoes- Look for firm potatoes without many bruises/ discoloration. Avoid soft potatoes. Store them in a cool, dry, and dark area until you are ready to use.
- Avocado oil- My favorite cooking oil to use. This really allows the seasonings to soak into the sweet potatoes. Avocado oil is my favorite for high temperature cooking because it has a high smoke point.
- Garlic powder & sea salt- My go-to seasoning combination for just about anything. These seasonings make the sweet potatoes more savory. If you prefer a sweeter taste, you can swap for maple syrup or cinnamon.
Recipe Modifications
- You can use any other kind of oil that you may have on hand in place of avocado oil.
- If you do not like to cut up sweet potatoes ( I get it, it can be time consuming) you can buy them pre chopped in the freezer section of the grocery store.
How To Make
Step 1
- Wash, and cube the sweet potatoes. Keep the cubes about ½ inch pieces.
Step 2
- Transfer the sweet potatoes into a bowl. Add the avocado oil, salt, and garlic powder. Toss well so they are evenly coated.
Step 3
- Add the sweet potatoes to your air fryer basket. Spread into a single layer (you can cook in multiple batches, if needed).
Step 4
- Cook for 15 minutes at 400 degrees F. Shake the basket half-way through and check on them frequently.
Recipe FAQ’s
Can I Make Frozen Sweet Potato Fries In Air The Fryer?
- Absolutely! You can cook frozen sweet potatoes in the air fryer. The sweet potatoes will not take as long to cook so I would cook them for 5 minutes, then toss them and cook them again for another 5 minutes.
Can I Make Alexa Sweet Potato Fries In The Air Fryer?
- Absolutely!
- Note since they are frozen the time may be adjusted slightly. Start out cooking them for 5 minutes, then toss them and cook for an additional 5 minutes or until they are cooked to your liking. You can skip the oil part if you would like, or if you want your fries to be extra crispy be sure to add the oil on top.
- Absolutely!
Can I Cut The Sweet Potatoes Into Chunks?
- Yes! However, you will want to make sure the chunks are cut into equal pieces. If you have different sizes they will cook differently which will result in some cooked sweet potatoes and some uncooked potatoes.
How Do I Pick Fresh Sweet Potatoes?
- You want a firm potato with few bruises. Avoid the soft potatoes.
What Can I Serve These With?
- These make a great side dish for just about any meal. One possibility is pairing them with a Gluten Free Burger!
Can I Use This Recipe for Yams too or Japanese Sweet Potatoes?
- Absolutely! The same cooking time would apply.
What Kind Of Air Fryer Do You Use?
- I have the Ninja Foodie 11-1 and am obsessed! I love that it has 11 functions but it only takes up one spot on the counter.
Chef’s Tips
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer. Keeping the sweet potatoes in a single layer helps each cube cook evenly. Cook in batches if you need to.
- These will soften as they cool, so serve right away.
If you like this recipe, you will LOVE
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- Sweet Potato, Fig, and Blackberry Salad
- Air Fryer Home Fries
- Air Fryer Roasted Tomatoes
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes
Servings 3 people
172kcal
Cost $5
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Ingredients
- 1 lb sweet potatoes you can leave the skin on
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/3 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Wash and cube the sweet potatoes. Keep the cubes about ½ inch pieces.
- Transfer the sweet potatoes into a bowl. Add the avocado oil, salt, and garlic powder. Toss well so they are evenly coated.
- Add the sweet potatoes to your air fryer basket. Spread into a single layer (you can cook in multiple batches, if needed).
- Cook for 15 minutes at 400 F. Shake the basket multiple times throughout cooking process.If you enjoyed this recipe it would mean the world to me if you rated it and left a comment below. It helps others find it on google.xoxo-Allianna
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If you enjoyed this recipe it would mean the world to me if you rated it and left a comment below. It helps others find it on google.xoxo-Allianna
Crispy and delicious sweet potatoes make for the perfect side dish!
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 172kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 342mg | Potassium: 513mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 21450IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 1mg
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Lori says
Perfect side dish!! I love sweet potatoes and this air fryer method makes them so easy to make!