Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato (Printable)

Golden sweet potato fries cooked to crispiness in the air fryer, served with a creamy, tangy dip.

# What You Need:

→ Sweet Potato Fries

01 - 2 large sweet potatoes (approximately 21 oz), peeled and cut into 1/4-inch sticks
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, plus more to taste
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
07 - 2 teaspoons cornstarch or arrowroot powder

→ Creamy Dip

08 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free alternative
09 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
11 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or parsley
12 - 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
13 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
14 - Salt and pepper to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a large bowl, combine the sweet potato sticks with olive oil. Add cornstarch, smoked paprika, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Toss thoroughly to ensure an even coating.
02 - Set the air fryer to 400°F and allow it to preheat for 3 minutes.
03 - Place the coated sweet potato sticks in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
04 - Air fry for 15 to 18 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to promote even crisping. Adjust cooking time based on your air fryer’s performance.
05 - While the fries cook, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, chives or parsley, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Mix well and adjust seasoning as preferred.
06 - Serve the sweet potato fries hot alongside the creamy dip. Optionally, garnish with extra salt or fresh herbs.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They're genuinely crispy on the outside and tender inside, no greasiness or apologies required.
  • The whole thing comes together in about 30 minutes, which means you can satisfy a snack craving without major planning.
  • That creamy dip tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant, but it's literally five ingredients you probably have on hand.
02 -
  • Soaking cut sweet potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before air frying removes excess starch and results in noticeably crispier fries; I skip this step when I'm in a rush and always regret it slightly.
  • The cornstarch isn't optional if you want that restaurant-quality crispiness—don't substitute it with flour, which will absorb moisture and make them thick instead of crispy.
03 -
  • Pat your sweet potatoes completely dry after soaking—any moisture clinging to them will steam instead of crisping, so take an extra minute with paper towels.
  • Don't open the air fryer constantly; every time you peek, you're letting heat escape and adding minutes to the cooking time.

Go back