Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
These homemade Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries are perfectly seasoned and incredibly crunchy. Enjoy these healthy french fries as a quick vegan snack or easy side dish in under 20 minutes.
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
180

Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch fries
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Soak cut fries in cold water 30 minutes to remove excess starch; pat completely dry.
- 2
Toss with olive oil, cornstarch, and seasonings.
- 3
Preheat air fryer to 380°F.
- 4
Air fry in a single layer 8 minutes, shake basket.
- 5
Increase heat to 400°F and cook 5–7 more minutes until crisp and caramelized at edges.
- 6
Sprinkle with extra salt and serve immediately with chipotle aioli.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving · 180 calories
protein
2g
carbs
34g
fat
4g
fiber
5g
sugar
8g
sodium
320mg
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why cornstarch?+
A light coating of cornstarch is the secret to truly crispy sweet potato fries — it wicks moisture and creates a crackly exterior.
Can I skip soaking?+
You can, but the fries will be softer. Soaking pulls out starch that makes them gummy.
How do I store leftovers?+
Store in the fridge up to 3 days and re-crisp in the air fryer at 375°F for 3 minutes.

Recipe by Sarah Mitchell
Professional home cook · Tested in a real American kitchen
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