Crispy Smashed Sweet Potatoes Air Fryer
Enjoy perfectly crispy smashed sweet potatoes made effortlessly in the air fryer. These golden, tender-on-the-inside and crispy-on-the-outside sweet potatoes are seasoned simply with olive oil, garlic powder, and smoked paprika for a delicious and healthy side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
1 pound small sweet potatoes (about 8-10), washed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
Place the sweet potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook until the sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, about 15 minutes.
Drain the sweet potatoes and let them cool slightly until they can be handled safely.
Place the sweet potatoes on a large cutting board or baking sheet. Using the bottom of a glass or a potato masher, gently press down on each sweet potato to flatten it to about 1/2-inch thickness, being careful not to break them apart.
Brush both sides of the smashed sweet potatoes with olive oil.
In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle this seasoning evenly over both sides of the sweet potatoes.
Place the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket. You may need to cook them in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes, then carefully flip each sweet potato and cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are crispy and golden brown.
Remove the sweet potatoes from the air fryer and transfer to a serving plate.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.