Air Fryer Sweet Potato Chips

Air fryer sweet potato chips are a healthier alternative to deep-fried french fries or traditional potato chips. These crisps are a sweet and salty snack you don’t have to feel guilty about!

Why this recipe works

Crisp and crunchy, sweet and salty, and a good source of vitamin A – these air fryer sweet potato chips are one of the best snacks to munch on when you’re craving potato chips but want to stay on the healthier side of the snack food spectrum.

Making chips in the air fryer eliminates the excessive amount of oil that goes into traditional potato chips. Want another healthy snack alternative? Check out our air fryer apple chips recipe or find out how to make kale chips.

Ingredients you will need

Get all measurements, ingredients, and instructions in the printable version at the end of this post.

Ingredient Info and Substitution Suggestions

SWEET POTATO – When picking sweet potatoes, select firm medium-sized potatoes at your grocery store with smooth skin and minimal bruises/ cracks.

OIL – We are using vegetable oil but you can swap it out with another high-heat oil like avocado, canola, or grapeseed oil.

How to Make Air Fryer Sweet Potato Chips

These step by step photos and instructions are here to help you visualize how to make this recipe. You can Jump to Recipe to get the printable version of this recipe, complete with measurements and instructions at the bottom.

1. Wash and peel the sweet potatoes.
2. Using a mandolin slicer slice the sweet potatoes on a thin setting.
   
   EXPERT TIP: Make sure that the slices have an even thickness on each slice. If the slices are too thin on one side that side will burn before the thicker side cooks.
   
   
3. Soak all of the slices in a large bowl covered with cold water for 20 minutes. This removes some of the starch for a crisper chip.
4. Thoroughly dry the slices with a towel or paper towels.
5. Lightly brush the outside of each slice with a light coating of the vegetable oil.
6. Sprinkle the salt and pepper or other optional spices onto each side of the slices.
7. Place on the air fryer wire rack or basket and make sure that the slices are not touching each other.
8. Cook for 7-8 minutes at 250 degrees Fahrenheit and then flip over each chip and cook for another 7-8 minutes. Check at the 5-minute mark for each side to make sure they do not overcook and burn.
9. Remove and serve.

Frequently Asked Questions & Expert Tips

Soaking in cold water helps remove the starches and creates a crispier chip. Make sure you thoroughly dry the slices before cooking.

Through experimenting, this method worked the best with the least amount of burning. Each air fryer works a little differently but this method worked the best for us. You can always add more cooking time or use less time to get your perfect chip. Make sure to flip over periodically at 7-8 minutes. Please note that the thickness of your slices will also alter the time needed for them to crisp up. The thinner the slice, the less time they need and the thicker they are, the longer they will need.

After the sweet potato chips have fully cooled, you can store them in a sealed ziptop bag, mason jar, or air-tight container for up to 2 weeks at room temperature.

Cook the sweet potato chips in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Overlapping the slices won’t allow the air to circulate and will cause uneven cooking. You will need to do batches.

Serving Suggestions

Serve sweet potato chips warm as a snack with a side of dip or serve with a sandwich. You can alter the seasonings to your liking here. If you want a bit of kick, try adding chili powder or cayenne pepper to the mix.

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