Golden Crispy Delight! Air Fryer Sweet Potato Chips Recipe
Easy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Chips: Crispy & Delicious Homemade Snack & Sweet Potato Fries
This recipe makes incredibly crispy and delicious sweet potato chips using only an air fryer, no deep-frying required! They are perfect as a healthy snack for kids or a satisfying treat for yourself when hunger strikes. Enjoy making these wholesome chips at home from scratch.
Main Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- A little cooking oil (for coating)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Since we’re using the sweet potatoes with their skins on, thorough washing is essential. Scrub them well under running water with a brush to remove any dirt or residue.
Step 2
Now it’s time to slice the sweet potatoes thinly. To prevent browning, prepare a large bowl filled with water beforehand. If using a mandoline slicer, place it over the bowl and slice the sweet potatoes directly into the water as you cut them, preserving their freshness.
Step 3
Drain the sliced sweet potatoes from the water and rinse them again gently under running water to remove excess starch. Transfer them to a colander to drain.
Step 4
This is a crucial step for achieving extra crispy sweet potato chips. Thoroughly pat the surface of the sweet potato slices dry with paper towels. Residual moisture can cause oil to splatter during frying or result in soggy chips.
Step 5
Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Once the oil is adequately hot (around 170°C/340°F if you have a thermometer), carefully add the dried sweet potato slices.
Step 6
When frying, watch carefully to prevent burning. Fry until they are golden brown and crispy. Avoid frying them too dark. Once fried, remove the sweet potato chips and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil briefly.
Step 7
Now, it’s time for the air fryer! Arrange the fried sweet potato chips in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don’t overlap. Air fry at 180°C (350°F) for about 8-10 minutes, or until they become wonderfully crisp. Flipping them halfway through can help them crisp up evenly.
Step 8
It’s important to let the sweet potato chips cool completely after removing them from the air fryer. They might feel slightly soft while warm, but they will turn delightfully crisp as they cool. Spread them out on a large tray or rack and let them cool thoroughly.
Step 9
Enjoy your homemade sweet and crispy sweet potato chips! Store them in an airtight container once cooled to maintain their crispiness for longer.
