These delicious Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges are quick and simple to prepare. Ready in about 20 minutes, they’re full of flavour and make a brilliant air fryer side dish that everyone will enjoy.
Recipe Difficulty – Very Easy
Table of Contents
- Why this recipe works
- Ingredients to make Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges
- Substitutions
- Variations
- How to make Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges
- Leftovers
- Recipe FAQs
- Perfecting Air Fryer Vegetables
- Rate it…
- Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges Recipe
Why this recipe works
Sweet potatoes are nutritious, naturally sweet and packed with antioxidants, vitamins and fiber. Air frying concentrates their flavour and delivers crisp edges with a tender, creamy interior.
These wedges are versatile—serve them alongside salads, roasted meats, soups or enjoy them as a low-calorie snack. Compared with oven-roasting, the air fryer makes crispier wedges faster and with less fuss.
Ingredients to make Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges
- Sweet potatoes – medium-sized, no need to peel unless you prefer to.
- Extra virgin olive oil – helps spices adhere and promotes crisping.
- Paprika – adds a warm, sweet-peppery note.
- Onion powder – provides savory depth.
- Garlic powder – milder and more stable than fresh garlic for seasoning.
- Salt and black pepper – to taste, to bring out the flavours.
- Fresh parsley – optional, for garnish.
See the recipe card below for exact quantities.
Substitutions
- Potatoes: Use regular potatoes if you prefer a less sweet flavour.
- Oil: Swap olive oil for another neutral oil with a high smoke point, such as vegetable or avocado oil.
- Seasonings: Any favourite spice blend works—adjust to your taste.
- Herbs: Try basil, thyme, or cilantro instead of parsley.
Variations
- Spicy: Add chilli powder, cayenne or cumin for heat and complexity.
- Deluxe: Serve with grated parmesan, extra herbs, or a dipping sauce such as vegan sour cream or mayonnaise.
- Kid-friendly: Cut wedges thinner for fries or into rounds for chips—adjust cooking time accordingly.
How to make Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges
Step 1: Slice each sweet potato into evenly sized wedges. A simple method is to cut lengthwise in half, then halve each piece twice more to make wedges of similar size.
Step 2: In a large bowl, toss the wedges with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper until evenly coated.
Step 3: Arrange the seasoned wedges in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook at 200°C (400°F) for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway through. They should turn golden and crispy outside while remaining tender inside.
Hint: Do not overcrowd the basket—air circulation is essential for crispiness. Cook in batches if necessary.
Leftovers
Store cooled wedges in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days. Reheat in the air fryer or oven to restore crispness. These can also be frozen for up to three months; thaw in the fridge before reheating.
Recipe FAQs
Aim for 15–18 minutes at 200°C (390–400°F). Exact time depends on wedge thickness and your air fryer model—thinner pieces cook faster, larger ones take longer.
Yes. You can cook them from frozen—add a few extra minutes to the cook time—or thaw first and follow the normal directions.
Sogginess usually comes from overcrowding. Give wedges space so hot air can circulate; cook in a single layer and in batches if needed to get a crispy exterior.
Sweet potatoes can be baked, boiled, roasted, mashed, or air fried into wedges, fries or chips. The air fryer is a fast way to get crispy results with minimal oil.
Perfecting Air Fryer Vegetables
If you want to master air-fried vegetables, try a variety of recipes and adjust time and temperature to each vegetable’s density for the best results.
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Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- 1 pinch salt and pepper
- Fresh parsley for garnish, optional
Instructions
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Cut each sweet potato into even wedges by halving lengthwise, then halving each piece again until the wedges are similar in size.
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Toss the wedges in a large bowl with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper until well coated.
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Place the wedges in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between pieces. Cook in batches if needed.
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Air fry at 200°C (390–400°F) for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway through. Wedges should be golden and crispy outside, tender inside.
Notes
Substitutions & Variations: Options are listed above.
To Store: Refrigerate in an airtight container for 3–4 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer.
To Freeze: Freeze up to three months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.
Tip 1: Adjust seasonings to suit your taste and the main dish you serve them with.
Tip 2: Monitor the final minutes of cooking—times vary by wedge size and air fryer model.
Tip 3: Leave space between wedges for even cooking; cook in batches if required.
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