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Do you fancy a crispy, sweet, and healthy bite? Air fryer sweet potato cubes are your new favorite side dish!

These are your new favorite side dish. Say hello to Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes 🍠🍠! Crispy outside and soft inside, these golden-brown morsels give you that deep-fried potato bliss without the extra greasy guilt.

These perfectly caramelized sweet potato cubes take only 15 minutes of preparation and cooking to make.

They are perfect for serving everyone at the table who will definitely crave seconds.

This Totally Foolproof Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes Tutorial Is Perfect Whether You Are An Experienced Air Fryer Pro Or New To This Magical Kitchen Appliance.

Learn the ultimate method for making air-fried sweet potatoes that are perfectly cooked every time.

Here is all you need to know:

Ingredients, preparation steps, cooking instructions, and delicious variations that will make this recipe a staple in your weeknight rotation. ✨

How to choose the Right Sweet Potatoes

Select sweet potatoes that are solid, medium in size, and have smooth, unmarked skin. Do not purchase potatoes that are soft or spouting. Choose ones that are more or less even in thickness so they will be made equally. One large or two medium sweet potato should yield enough cubes for a batch to serve 2-3 people.

Required Seasonings and Oils

Sweet potato cubes air fryer ingredients needed to make these delicious bites:

• Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional seasonings:
• Garlic powder
• Rosemary or thyme
• Paprika to make things more colorful and tasty

Air Fryer Size and Settings

If you have an air fryer, make sure it is a 4-quart or larger so the sweet potato cubes can all be in one layer. Here are the key pieces of equipment and settings:

• Air fryer basket
• Ability to preheat for 400 degrees
• Sufficient space to put cubes in one layer
• Basket with ventilated breathable holes

For best results, buy an air fryer with precise temperature controls and a reminder to shake. A standard recipe ideal for 2-4 servings will work best in a 4-6 quart air fryer. When cooking bigger batches, use two rounds to leave enough space in between cubes.

We have all of our ingredients & everything we need ready to go, so now we can look at the correct preparation methods for making sweet potato cubes that are cut perfectly sized.

Prep Work for Perfect Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes

Washing and Peeling Tips

The first step is to wash your sweet potatoes in cool running water with a vegetable brush to get off all the dirt. Leaving the skin on is an option, but removing it can yield crispier cubes. For a more effective peeler, use your traditional vegetable peeler to get from top to bottom.

Even Cubes: A Cutting Technique

To create uniform cubes:

1. Wash and remove the ends of your sweet potato
2. Cut the potato in half length-wise to equal planks
3. Chop these boards into long strips
4. Last cut the strips into even sized cubes Cross Ways

Cooking Guide Based on Size

For air fryer sweet potato cubes, you wont want any larger than ¾ to 1-inch pieces. This size ensures:

• Even cooking throughout
• Crispy exterior
• Tender interior
• Cooking Time Optimal 15-20 Min

How to Apply Oil and Seasoning

Add the diced sweet potatoes to a major bowl. Drizzle with olive oil (1-2 tablespoons per pound of potatoes), then toss to coat. For best results:

• Ideally, while the oil is still wet on the cubes.
• Use salt and pepper as a baseline
• Sprinkle with garlic powder, rosemary, or thyme for additional flavor
• It might help to toss it again to ensure it’s even
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Now that your cubed sweet potato is prepped and ready to go, we are going to actually air fry those potatoes into crispy brown bites yummy!!

Air Frying Process

When cooking air fryer sweet potato cubes, it is essential to keep the pieces evenly spaced for the best results.

Preheating Instructions

Instructions Begin by preheating air fryer to 400 degrees F for about 3-5 mins. This promotes even cooking and enables that ideal crispy crust to form on top of your sweet potato chunks.

After tossing the air fryer sweet potato cubes in olive oil, place them in the fryer basket.

Proper Basket Loading

Place the seasoned cubes of sweet potato in a single layer into your air fryer basket making sure to not overcrowd it. Key tips for optimal loading:

• Cubes have to leave space between each other (biozone receive air)
• DO NOT OVERFILL BASKET HALFWAY
• If you have bigger parts, break them down into batches.

Temperature and Time Settings

400 degrees F for 15-20 minutes total cooking time. It gives a perfect crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. If you’d like a little extra crispiness, increase the temperature to 425°F over the last 2-3 minutes.

Shake and Flip Instructions

For even cooking:

• Give the basket a shake or turn the cubes every 5-7 minutes
• If you notice any pieces have stuck together, use a pair of tongs to redistribute them
• Look out for consistent browning, shaking them afterb 5-10 minutes

Doneness Indicators

When are your cubes done – they will show:

• Light caramelization golden brown outside
• When poked, fork-tender insides
• Crunchy intervals with a brilliant sprinkle design
• Slightly puffy appearance

This cooking time will vary depending on the air fryer you use and how large your cubes of potato are. Now that you have your sweatshirt-potato cubes done, here is an enticing riff on a different way to keep this recipe from getting monotonous.

Serving and Storage

Best Dipping Sauces

Complement with these dipping sauces to make your air fryer sweet potato cubes an irresistible side dish:

• Garlic aioli with fresh herbs
• Spicy sriracha mayo
• Honey mustard dip
• Chipotle ranch
• Fresh chives with Greek yogurt

Try our Dairy-Free Alfredo Sauce as a creamy dipping option to pair with these sweet potato cubes.

Meal Pairing Suggestions

Here are some of our favorite ways to enjoy these crispy sweet potato cubes as a side dish:

• Black bean burgers
• Quinoa bowls
• Roasted vegetable medleys

Pair these crispy sweet potato cubes with our Grilled Tofu – The Best Vegan Protein Boost for a balanced meal.

Storage Methods

To make your leftover air fryer sweet potato cubes keep for as long as possible:

• Letting them cool down fully before storing
• Storing for 4 days in an airtight container in the fridge
• Steering clear from the plastic bags that can seal in moisture and leave them damp
• Layer separation with parchment paper (for no stick)

Consider making our Vegan Oatmeal Cookies for a perfect dessert after enjoying your sweet potato cubes.

Reheating Instructions

To get that crispy outside back to perfect shape:

1. Preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees
2. Add sweet potato cubes in one layer to the basket of an air fryer
3. Air fryer: Reheat for 3-4 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through
4. Warmed on baking sheet in the oven at 400 degrees for 5-7 minutes
5. These sweet potato cubes are super versatile and could easily be a weekly favorite in your meal plan! Easy to store and reheat, they are the ideal meal prep food.

This crispy, flavourful cubed sweet potatoes are a quick and easy side dish that pairs well with anything. All you need are a few simple ingredients and your air fryer to make perfectly crispy on the outside, tender on the inside sweet potatoes! This recipe is great for a busy weeknight dinner because it requires little prep time, and cooks quickly.

Whether you go with the traditional seasoning or try other combinations, these air fryer sweet potatoes cubes are going to be every family favorite! Serve them as a nutritious side, stuff them into grain bowls, or snack on them. If you have leftover wings, store them in an airtight container and reheat them in the air fryer for a few minutes to revive their crispy goodness.