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Learn how to make crispy frozen sweet potato fries in air fryer in less than 20 minutes. It’s the perfect easy air fryer side dish.
Why I Love This
I love my air fryer and love to use it to make quick work out of frozen foods. This easy recipe for frozen sweet potato fries is a great way to make a quick side dish.
Here’s why:
- Quick: Cooks in minutes, no preheating required.
- Crispy: Achieve golden-brown perfection without excess oil.
- Healthy: Minimal oil usage for a guilt-free snack or side.
- Convenient: Frozen fries are ready to go straight into air fryer.
These are some of my favorite easy items to cook from frozen.
While a traditional deep fryer cooks by using lots of oil, the air fryer uses a heating element and a fan to help circulate hot air.
This hot air is what cooks the food and it’s important to note that everything will be a bit healthier when served from an air fryer versus deep frying.
Less oil, fewer calories, and fewer fats.
Reheating fries in the air fryer is also just as easy! They don’t come out soggy when you reheat them in the air fryer.
If you’re looking for more ideas to go along with these crispy sweet potato fries, check out these posts for chicken nuggets in air fryer, air fryer frozen mozzarella sticks, frozen chicken wings in air fryer, air fryer Texas Toast, and these air fryer chicken patties from frozen.
If you are looking for more potato recipe ideas, try making these easy air fryer steak fries, air fryer potato wedges, and air fryer tater tots.
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Air Fryer Frozen Sweet Potato Fries
This easy side dish is made in less than 20 minutes. If you’re looking for something other than regular fries, grab a bag of sweet potato fries the next time you’re in the freezer section.
Sweet potatoes are high in Vitamin A and also have more fiber than regular fries.
For best results, make sure you follow a few simple steps during the prep and cooking process.
First, make sure you don’t allow the fries to thaw before cooking them. You want to place them into the air fryer basket directly from the freezer.
Second, ensure you’re placing the sweet potato fries in a single layer, with a little room in between each fry. Leaving room in between the sweet potato fries allows more air to circulate and for the fries to get crispy.
Third, while not all air fryers offer a preheating option, it’s best to turn on the air fryer and allow it to heat up for a few minutes before adding the fries to the basket.
Ingredients Needed:
- Frozen Sweet Potatoes Fries
- Favorite sauce (optional)
Air Fryer sweet potato fries are simple and easy and only take minutes to make.
It’s the perfect side dish for all of your quick and easy meals.
How to Make Frozen Sweet Potato Fries in Air Fryer
Step 1
Preheat the Air Fryer to 400 degrees F for 3-5 minutes. Prepare the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray, olive oil, or avocado oil.
Step 2
Add the frozen sweet potato fries to the bottom of the air fryer basket. Make sure the fries have enough room between them to allow the air to circulate.
Step 3
Air Fry sweet potato fries at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 17-19 minutes, shaking the basket every 5-6 minutes.
Step 4
Carefully remove the sweet potato fries from the air fryer basket and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
NOTE: All air fryers cook differently. This recipe was made using a 5.8qt Cosori air fryer. Cooking time may vary among different manufactured air fryers. If you’re unsure of your specific air fryer’s cooking time for these fries, start checking for doneness after 15 minutes. Adding additional time will make the perfect crunchy sweet potato fries.
Expert Tips
- Spread fries in a single layer for even cooking.
- Shake or flip halfway through for uniform browning.
- Lightly spray or brush fries with oil for extra crisp.
- Season before or after cooking for added flavor.
- Avoid overcrowding the basket to ensure proper airflow.
- Monitor cooking time closely to prevent burning.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and taste.
FAQs
Yes! Store any leftover fries in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
To reheat the fries, preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F, place the fries in a single layer (leaving room in between them), and heat for 2-3 minutes or until reheated.
I love to use classic ketchup, but you can also use honey mustard sauce, Ranch dressing, or even a spicy mustard sauce.
You can also add kosher salt or sea salt for added flavor.
This is such an easy way to make crispy air fryer fries. If you’re looking for more recipes, you might like these below.
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Frozen Sweet Potato Fries In Air Fryer
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 pound frozen sweet potato fries
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer to 400 degrees F for 3-5 minutes. Prepare the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray, olive oil, or avocado oil.
- Add the frozen sweet potato fries to the bottom of the air fryer basket. Make sure the fries have enough room between them to allow the air to circulate.
- Air Fry sweet potato fries at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 17-19 minutes, shaking the basket every 5-6 minutes.
- Carefully remove the sweet potato fries from the air fryer basket and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
HELLO I HAVE JUST ONE FINGER, LEFT HAND IN CAST. MARRIED 59 YRS JUNE14/22, LOST MY HUSBAND JUNE 27TH/22. AIR FRYER AND NOT AND SCARED TO USE, BUT FEEL THESE ARE EASY TO TRY, THANK YOU FOR THIS..
BEVERLEY AND SON JEFFREY 55 DOWNS.HFX, NOVA SCOTIA, CANADA
Thank you for the feedback! I’m glad you are using the air fryer! It can make cooking easier! Our deepest condolences for the loss of your husband. 59 years is such an accomplishment!