These air fryer sweet potato wedges are crispy outside, tender and fluffy inside, and a quick, flavorful side or appetizer made with a handful of ingredients in 25 minutes!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
In my house, homemade fries are a staple—carrot fries, yuca fries, potato wedges, and now these air fryer sweet potato wedges. No matter the mood, there’s a fry for that! Now, thanks to air fryer magic, these wedges use minimal oil but are crispy outside and fluffy inside, with just the right touch of caramelization. Plus, their natural sweetness pairs perfectly with the simple, smoky, savory seasoning blend of onion, garlic, paprika, and chili.
Even better, this recipe makes the BEST air fryer sweet potato wedges with practically endless seasoning variations. They’re naturally gluten-free and vegan and cook in an air fryer in under 20 minutes. Totally kid-approved—my 1-year-old daughter loves them. So whether you enjoy them as a snack, appetizer, or side, they’re guaranteed to disappear FAST.
Looking for even more crowd-pleasing air fryer appetizers/sides? You might enjoy my air-fried oyster mushrooms, air fryer buffalo cauliflower wings, and zucchini chips.
The Ingredients and Substitutes
- Sweet potatoes: It’s best to use smooth-skinned sweet potatoes that are an even size and shape so they can easily be chopped into wedges.
- Oil: Use any neutral cooking oil, such as avocado oil, olive oil, or coconut oil.
- Seasonings: While this is truly versatile, I love a simple yet flavor-packed blend of garlic powder, onion powder, (smoked) paprika, sea salt, black pepper, and cayenne or chili powder/ cayenne pepper (added to taste).
Seasoning Variations
Add to the seasoning blend above or experiment with other spices, including:
- Brown sugar/coconut sugar
- Nutritional yeast (for cheesy, umami flavor)
- Za’atar
- BBQ spice blend
- Cinnamon/ cinnamon sugar
- Italian seasoning
- Cajun seasoning
- Taco seasoning
- Curry powder
- Ranch seasoning
- Dried herbs (thyme, oregano, rosemary, etc.)
You can also garnish with fresh herbs – parsley, cilantro, basil, etc.
How to Make Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges
- First, preheat your air fryer to 375°F/190°C. Meanwhile, wash, dry, and optionally peel the sweet potatoes.
- Then, slice each potato in half lengthwise, place it flat-side onto the chopping board, and slice at an angle into ¾-1 inch wedges.
- Then, transfer the wedges to a large mixing bowl, drizzle with oil and seasonings, and toss well to coat evenly.
- Spread the wedges in a single layer across the air fryer basket, leaving space between for airflow.
- Air fry the sweet potato wedges for 15-18 minutes, flipping them halfway, until tender inside with crispy edges.
Avoid overcrowding, or the wedges won’t crisp up– work in batches if necessary.
Storage Instructions
Make ahead: You can chop the sweet potatoes up to 2 days in advance, storing them in water in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Freeze: You can also blanch (2-3 minutes), chill, and freeze the wedges for up to 4 months, then cook from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.
Fridge: They’re best enjoyed immediately, but leftovers will store in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
Reheat: To restore crispiness, air-fry them at 375°F/190°C (4-6 minutes) or in an oven (for about 12-15 minutes).
How To Serve Air Fried Sweet Potato Wedges
Crispy sweet potato wedges are the perfect appetizer, snack, or side dish with:
- Your favorite dipping sauce: The sky is the limit. I.e., Vegan ranch, garlic aioli, sriracha, keto BBQ sauce, vegan tzatziki, guacamole/ avocado sauce, yum yum sauce, etc.
- Burgers: Like my black bean burger or quinoa lentil burgers.
- Tex-Mex/Mexican dishes: Like chickpea tacos, vegan quesadillas, vegan chili, a burrito, one-pan Mexican rice, etc.
- With ‘eggs’: Like a vegan omelette, vegan quiche, vegan frittata, etc.
- Fully loaded: i.e., to make vegan chili fries or nacho loaded fries.
FAQs
Should I Peel Sweet Potatoes for Wedges?
Only if you prefer the texture minus the peel, otherwise, it actually adds fiber and several nutrients.
How to make super crispy air fried sweet potato wedges?
Using some oil definitely helps, though sweet potato fries naturally aren’t as crispy as regular potatoes. For crispier results:
✔ Soak the wedges for 10-15 minutes in cold water
✔ Dry them, then season
✔ Optionally add 1 Tbsp of cornstarch/potato starch (creates a crisp shell)
Can I use Japanese sweet potatoes?
Absolutely! Japanese sweet potatoes work great for air fryer wedges. They have a slightly drier, starchier texture than orange sweet potatoes, but they crisp up beautifully.
Air Fry at 375°F (190°C) for 15–20 minutes, shaking halfway through, until crispy and golden. Here is a picture of air-fried Japanese sweet potato wedges:
What if I don’t have an air fryer?
You can bake sweet potato wedges in the oven instead of using an air fryer. Since air fryers cook faster, you’ll need to adjust the time.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Spread the wedges in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 25-35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.
Are sweet potato wedges healthy?
Yes! They have a lower GI than regular potatoes and are rich in fiber, several vitamins (like vitamin C, A, and manganese), minerals, and antioxidants– primarily beta-carotene (converted to vitamin A in our bodies).
Top Recipe Tips
- Cut the potatoes evenly: So they air fry evenly, too.
- Use oil: These air fryer sweet potato fries don’t naturally crisp up as much as regular potatoes, so it’s highly beneficial.
- Avoid overcrowding: Spread them in a single layer with space between for airflow and maximum crispiness. Also, flip halfway for even cooking.
- Adjust cooking time as needed: It will vary based on your air fryer and the size of the sweet potato wedges.
More Vegan Sweet Potato Recipes
- Creamy sweet potato curry
- Baked sweet potatoes
- Sweet potato pizza crust
- Chocolate chip sweet potato muffins
- Vegan sweet potato casserole
- Sweet potato brownies
If you try this crispy air fryer sweet potato wedges recipe, I’d love a comment and ★★★★★ recipe rating below. Also, please don’t forget to tag me in re-creations on Instagram or Facebook with @elavegan #elavegan—I love seeing them.
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges
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Ingredients
- 2 medium (460 g) sweet potatoes cut into wedges
- 1 ½ Tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt plus more to taste
- Black pepper & chili powder to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- You can watch the video in the post for visual instructions.First, preheat your air fryer to 375°F/190°C. Meanwhile, wash, dry, and optionally peel the sweet potatoes.
- Then, slice each potato in half lengthwise, place it flat-side onto the chopping board, and slice at an angle into ¾-1 inch wedges.
- Extra step for crispier results:- Soak the wedges for 10-15 minutes in cold water, then dry them- Optionally add 1 Tbsp of cornstarch/potato starch (creates a crisp shell)
- Transfer the wedges to a large mixing bowl, drizzle with oil and seasonings, and toss well to coat evenly.
- Spread the wedges in a single layer across the air fryer basket, leaving space between for airflow.Avoid overcrowding, or the wedges won’t crisp up– work in batches if necessary.
- Air fry the sweet potato wedges for 15-18 minutes, flipping them halfway, until tender inside with crispy edges. Enjoy!
Notes
- Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce: I.e., Vegan ranch, garlic aioli, sriracha, keto BBQ sauce, vegan tzatziki, guacamole/ avocado sauce, yum yum sauce, etc.
- Check the FAQs if you prefer to bake the sweet potato wedges in the oven.
Nutrition information is an estimate and has been calculated automatically
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Delicious way to get vitamin A eating sweet potatoes! Thanks for sharing this recipe!
Sweet potatoes are such a tasty way to get that vitamin A boost. Thanks for your kind words! 😊
Que delicia, vou fazer, amo batata doce!
You are so welcome, Silvana. 🙂
THANK you for this awesome recipe idea. I absolutely LOVE sweet potato fries and this healthier version sounds amazing. I LOVE so many of your recipes and SO appreciate all that you do for your followers, You’re one of my all time FAVORITE food bloggers hands down! (there’s only one other). With much gratitude to you … Dana 💞
Aww, thank you so much, Dana! Your kind words truly mean the world to me. I’m so happy you love the recipes, and I really appreciate your support! Hope you enjoy the sweet potato wedges, let me know how they turn out! 💞
hi. can si use my oven instead of air fryer?
Yes, Bea. Please check the FAQs section where I describe the method. 🙂