Fry up some fun with this epic air fryer sweet potato wedges recipe! These wedges are the perfect side dish for any meal, and they’ll have you coming back for more. With a perfectly crispy exterior and a soft, juicy interior, they’re the definition of tasty. You’ll never make them in the oven again!
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If you’ve tasted crispy sweet potato fries, you’ll already know how delicious they are.
We love crispy sweet potato fries but wanted that in sweet potato wedges, and to top that, we wanted to make crispy sweet potato wedges in the air fryer – we think we’ve excelled ourselves.
You’re going to love this easy recipe!
Why you’ll love air frying sweet potato wedges
- You don’t have to turn the kitchen oven on to make these, which makes them more cost-effective.
- They’re a delicious healthy side dish or snack for gameday or movie night.
- Perfect dunked in your favorite dipping sauces, they are a real crowd-pleaser.
- All the ingredients are 100% vegetarian and vegan.
Ingredients you’ll need
You’ll need all the ingredients shown in the photograph below.
Crispy, delicious sweet potato wedges made in no time, this is an air fryer recipe you’ve got to try!
How to make air fryer sweet potato wedges with step-by-step instructions
A complete printable recipe and the measurements in both US customary and metric are available in the recipe card below.
If preheating is needed, preheat your air fryer to 450°F/230°C.
Wash and dry your sweet potatoes; it’s essential that they are totally dry.
Peeling is optional; we prefer our sweet potato skin on, but peel them if you prefer.
Using a sharp kitchen knife, place your potatoes on a cutting board and cut the potatoes into wedges, firstly in half lengthwise, then again, so they are in quarters.
The ends of your potato wedges need to be approximately ½ inch thick, so repeat the process if you cut a large sweet potato.
Place your sweet potato slices in a large mixing bowl, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil (or vegetable oil, avocado oil will also work), and toss to coat the potatoes evenly.
Add garlic powder (sub with onion powder if needed), dried rosemary, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl, and combine.
Pour the mixture on top of the potato wedges and toss to coat evenly.
Place the seasoned sweet potato wedges in a single layer in your air fryer basket, being careful not to overcrowd, or you won’t get crispy wedges.
Air fry the wedges for 14 – 20 minutes, shaking your basket halfway through.
Remove the cooked sweet potato wedges from the air fryer basket, transfer them to a serving plate, and serve immediately. You may have to repeat the process and batch cook, until all the sweet potatoes are cooked.
Enjoy your air fryer sweet potato wedges!
Recipe notes and expert tips
- No need to soak
As sweet potatoes have a lower level of starch in them; there’s no need to soak them before you cook them. - Preheat
We pre-heat our air fryer, but if you have an oven-style basket-type air fryer, you probably won’t need to. - Watch closely
Every air fryer cooks differently; different brands and capacities can mean that your food will need a longer or shorter cooking time, so keep a close eye on them. - Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, and freeze for up to 3 months.
Can I make them ahead?
We recommend preparing the potatoes but not cooking them until you are ready to serve; this way, they maintain maximum crispiness.
Cut sweet potatoes don’t brown, like Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, so you can cut them and store them in the fridge.
How to store leftover sweet potato wedges
Air-fried sweet potato wedges will keep for up to three days when stored in the fridge in an airtight container.
They’ll also freeze for up to three months. Please note that they will never retain their ‘just cooked’ crispiness.
Why are my sweet potato wedges not crispy?
There may be a few reasons your sweet potato wedges aren’t crispy.
- You may have cut them too thick; you won’t get that crisp if the wedges are too thick.
- You may have overcrowded the air fryer basket, making them soggy.
- Temperature: your air fryer may not be hot enough.
What to serve air fryer sweet potato wedges with
We love dunking sweet potato wedges in our favorite dipping sauces; try these easy recipes;
And speaking of pizza, they are a delicious side to pizza Margherita, Artichoke pizza, or cheese pizza.
More easy air fryer potato recipes for you to try at home
If you love potatoes and you love your air fryer, then you should check out these delicious recipes.
- Fingerling potatoes in the air fryer
- Smashed potatoes in the air fryer
- Baked potatoes in the air fryer
- Roasted baby potatoes in the air fryer
- Potato skins in the air fryer
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges
Utensils
Ingredients
- 3 medium Sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- ¾ tsp Garlic powder
- ¼ tsp Dried rosemary
- ½ tsp Smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
For the maple syrup ketchup – optional
- In a small bowl, combine ketchup, mayonnaise, maple syrup, and salt to taste.
For the sweet potato wedges
- Preheat your air fryer to 450°F/230°C.
- Wash and dry your potatoes, there's no need to peel them but peel them if you prefer. Using a sharp kitchen knife, slice each potato in half lengthways, then cut again making them into quarters, the ends need to be approximately ½ inch, so repeat the cutting if you need to, depending on the size of your potatoes.3 medium Sweet potatoes
- Place your wedges into a large mixing bowl and drizzle with olive oil, then toss, ensuring that they are all evenly coated.2 tbsp Olive oil
- In a separate bowl, combine garlic powder, dried rosemary, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Then tip the seasoning onto the wedges and toss to evenly coat.¾ tsp Garlic powder, ¼ tsp Dried rosemary, ½ tsp Smoked paprika, Salt and pepper to taste
- Place the wedges on in your air fryer basket, in a single layer, not touching each other, you may need to air fry in batches. Cook for 14 – 20 minutes, then, use tongs to flip them halfway through to ensure an even cook. Remove the cooked wedges from the basket, place them on a serving plate, and serve with maple ketchup or your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy!
Notes
- No need to soak
As sweet potatoes have a lower level of starch in them; there’s no need to soak them before you cook them. - Preheat
We pre-heat our air fryer, but if you have an oven-style basket-type air fryer, you probably won’t need to. - Watch closely
Every air fryer cooks differently; different brands and capacities can mean that your food will need a longer or shorter cooking time, so keep a close eye on them. - Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, and freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Disclaimer
Please note that nutrient values are estimates only. Variations can occur due to product availability and manner of food preparation. Nutrition may vary based on methods of origin, preparation, freshness of ingredients, and other factors.
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