Air-Fryer Sweet Potato Chips (Print View)

Sweet potato chips air-fried, lightly coated in cinnamon sugar for a crispy, naturally sweet snack.

# Components:

→ Sweet Potatoes

01 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled

→ Oil & Seasonings

02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Cinnamon Sugar

04 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

# Directions:

01 - Slice peeled sweet potatoes into uniform rounds approximately 1/8 inch thick using a mandoline or sharp knife to ensure even cooking.
02 - Pat sweet potato slices thoroughly with paper towels to eliminate surface moisture.
03 - Toss sweet potato rounds in a mixing bowl with olive oil and fine sea salt, coating evenly on all sides.
04 - Preheat the air fryer to 350°F for 3 minutes to create an optimal crisping environment.
05 - Lay sweet potato slices in a single layer within the air fryer basket. Work in batches as necessary for even airflow.
06 - Fry sweet potato slices for 12–15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway to promote uniform color and texture. Monitor closely in the final minutes to avoid scorching.
07 - Combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon thoroughly in a small bowl while chips are cooking.
08 - Transfer hot chips to a bowl immediately after cooking and sprinkle evenly with the cinnamon sugar blend. Toss gently to coat each chip.
09 - Allow chips to cool for several minutes to develop maximum crispiness before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Crisps up in the air fryer with barely any oil making it lighter than deep-fried versions
  • Ready start-to-finish in just 25 minutes and perfect for spontaneous snacking
  • Wholesome ingredients and naturally gluten-free with just the right touch of sweetness from cinnamon sugar
  • Ideal for lunchboxes afternoon pick-me-ups and movie nights
02 -
  • Rich in fiber and vitamin A
  • Totally gluten-free and vegetarian to suit most diets
  • Crisps up without deep-frying for a lighter snack
03 -
  • Do not skip drying the slices Any extra water leads to sad soggy chips
  • Thin even cuts are the secret to crispness so a mandoline is a big help
  • Shaking the basket halfway through ensures every chip gets perfectly crisp
  • Adding the sugar right after frying turns it slightly melty making every bite extra special
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