Some days, you’re tired, everyone’s hungry, and you need a side dish or snack that feels a little special without much effort, so you make air fry sweet potatoes wedges and let the air fryer do the heavy lifting. While they crisp up, you can finish your chores, read a book, or simply take a moment to breathe. Using simple ingredients and a short cooking time, you’ve got a warm, colorful side that is easy for any meal.
Air Fry Sweet Potato Wedges
These air fried sweet potato wedges are proof that a good side doesn’t need much effort. They pair well with almost any main dish, reheat easily, and come together quickly with minimal prep. The wedges cook up with crispy edges and soft, fluffy centers that feel like fries but are healthier, using just a few simple ingredients you likely already have on hand. If you’d like more easy sides like this one, my side dish recipes collection offers more simple, family-friendly options that work with almost any meal.
Ingredient Notes
Here’s a quick overview of the key ingredients for this recipe. For the full list of ingredients and exact measurements, be sure to check the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Sweet potatoes: Choose small, firm sweet potatoes with smooth skin.
- Olive oil: Use a good extra virgin olive oil. Avocado oil works just as well if that’s what you have on hand.
- Cinnamon and Sugar: For a sweet and salty touch, I like to sprinkle on cinnamon sugar before cooking.
How To Make Air Fry Sweet Potato Wedges
Prep, Season, and Air Fry Sweet Potatoes
Rinse the sweet potatoes and dry them well with a clean towel. I like to cut them into 1½-inch lengthwise wedges, so they cook evenly.
Combine the cinnamon, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Toss the sweet potato wedges in a bowl with the olive oil. Then sprinkle the seasoning over the sweet potatos and toss to coat well.
Air Fry Sweet Potatoes
Arrange the wedges in an even layer in the air-fryer basket. Cook at 350°F for 20 to 25 minutes, tossing halfway, until the edges are browned and a fork slips easily into the centers. Serve hot with an extra sprinkle of cinnamon sugar.
If your wedges aren’t crispy, the basket is likely too full, the wedges are too thick, or they need more time. Cook in a single layer, add a tiny bit more oil when tossing, and air fry a few extra minutes until the edges are browned and crisp.
Variations, Substitutions, and Recipe Tips
Dietary Modifications: For a lighter take, feel free to use a little less olive oil; the wedges will still cook up beautifully.
Flavor Enhancements: You could go savory with smoked paprika and garlic salt, or switch things up with cinnamon and a pinch of chili powder for a sweet heat.
Add-In Options: Set these out with ketchup, ranch, or honey mustard, or stir together chipotle mayo, barbecue sauce, and a simple cinnamon yogurt dip. Then scatter parsley over this easy air fryer sweet potato side dish right before serving.
Simple Substitutions: You can also use your favorite all-purpose seasoning blend, just be mindful of the salt.
Tips for Recipe Success: For the crispiest edges, ensure the sweet potatoes are dry before cutting and seasoning, and avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket. If you enjoy crisp air fryer sides, try Southern-Style Crispy Air Fryer Fried Green Tomatoes or the Air Fryer Baked Potatoes Recipe for Perfect Crispy Skins and Fluffy Centers.
The I Have Missed You Dinner
Think of one person who has been absent lately, from church, your neighborhood, a friend group, or even your own family member, and invite them over for a quiet dinner this week. Keep it simple: sandwiches, or grilled chicken, and air fry sweet potato wedges as the side dish. When they arrive, be intentional and let them know, “I have really missed you,” and “I’m really glad you’re here”, then let the rest of the night be easy and unforced. Offer a welcoming table, a hot plate, a comfortable chair, and the quiet gift of simply being glad they’re here. “Therefore welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.” Romans 15:7 (ESV)
More No-Fuss Side Dish Recipes
- Pan Fried Zucchini: Golden Outside and Tender Inside
- Crispy Roasted Sweet Potatoes in the Oven
- Southern Vegan Collard Greens
- 5-Minute Prep Maple Roasted Brussel Sprouts In The Oven
- 6-Ingredient Savory And Smoky Fried Corn Recipe
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How to Air Fry Sweet Potatoes Wedges for Perfect Crispy Fries
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Ingredients
- 1 pound sweet potatoes, small, 8 ounces each unpeeled, cut lengthwise into 1½-inch wedges
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, extra-virgin
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
Prepare the Potatoes
- Scrub and dry the sweet potatoes thoroughly.1 pound sweet potatoes
- Cut each potato into 1½-inch wedges.
Season the Wedges
- In a small bowl mix the salt, sugar, cinnamon¼ teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon sugar
- Pour the olive oil over the sweet potatos and toss to coat.1 tablespoon olive oil
- Sprinkel the seasoning blend over the sweet potatos and toss to coat well.
Air-Fry
- Arrange the wedges in an even layer in the air-fryer basket.
- Place the basket in the air fryer and set the temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Cook until the wedges are lightly browned and tender, about 20 to 25 minutes, tossing halfway through cooking the cooking time.
Gina’s Notes and Tips
- Room Temperature: Serve right away and let the wedges sit out for up to about an hour while everyone snacks.
- Refrigerator: Cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 to 4 days. Spread them in a shallow layer so they won’t get soggy.
- Reheat: Place the wedges in a single layer in the air-fryer basket and heat at 350°F until hot and crisp again. This works well if you make them earlier in the day and reheat right before dinner.
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