Sometimes life can be rather busy, and as I write this post I find I have had the busiest week ever. I have had 4 children parties (yeap 4), 1 impromptu supper party, 2 days of happily shopping the sales and a mad freezer clean out at 1 in the morning. And at times like this, I find myself turning to stress-free suppers like this easy Crispy Air Fryer Baked Potato.
Folks, I just looooooooove potatoes. They are definitely one of my favourite foods, and I love them in all forms. But if I had to choose just one (and I sure hope it never comes to that), I would have to pick the baked potato.
There is just something about the contrast of the fluffy-as-a-cloud inside with perfectly crispy skin on the outside that is beyond amaaaaaazing.
And making them in the air fryer takes that delectable baked potato perfection to another whole level.
It usually takes me over an hour to bake average sized potatoes in the oven, but with the air fryer I can cut that time in almost half. Yeap.
The air fryer circulates heat all around the potato, so it becomes fully cooked in much less time.
Oh, and did I mention how seriously fab the crispy skins are? If you’re someone like me who eats the potato skins (that’s where the best flavour is, peeps!) you will never again want to make your baked potatoes without the air fryer.
Air Fryer Baked Potatoes Tools
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Here are some of the items you will need to make this recipe.
- This Air Fryer is perfect for cooking your food.
- Use these measuring teaspoons for your seasonings.
- Sea Salt Flakes <= amazing salt that makes your food taste good.
- You need this awesome sharp knife for splitting your baked potatoes .
- I love these tongs for turning the potatoes.
- Bowls with covers.
- Store leftover food in these bowls.
- Check out my **MUST HAVE Air Fryer Accessories**.
So, are you ready to try your hand at making baked potatoes in the air fryer? Then gather up your ingredients and I will show you….
How To Make Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
- Preheat the air fryer to 390F (200C).
- Scrub, pat dry and then use a fork to poke holes in the potatoes.
- Rub potatoes with oil and sprinkle with this amazing salt.
- Place potatoes in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching.
- Cook for 30 mins.
- Open the air fryer, turn potatoes and cook for another 15-30 mins, until they are soft inside and crispy outside. Note: if the potatoes are large, you may need to cook them for a further 10 mins.
Chef’s Tip: Air fryer temperatures can vary, so start at the lowest cook time given then check your potatoes and add more time as needed.
Tips for Making Baked Potatoes In Air Fryer
- To get the skins nicely crispy, it is important to make sure your potatoes are totally dry before rubbing with oil and salt.
- The air fryer gets super hot, so use tongs or two spoons to remove the cooked potatoes.
- For extra great flavour, seasoning the outside of the potatoes with garlic powder, rosemary and parsley before cooking.
What Type of Potatoes are Best for Making Air Fryer Baked Potatoes?
- Starchier variety of potatoes that are best suited for making baked potatoes, since they have light, fluffy and absorbent texture. Waxy potato varieties are good for using in soups, salads and casseroles because they hold their shape well during the cooking process.
- The following varieties of starchy potatoes are most commonly used to make bake potatoes:
- Russet potatoes (also known as Idaho potatoes) are what you think of when you think of baked potatoes. These potatoes have a russet colored skin and white flesh. Russets are fluffy, creamy and soft and have a neutral flavour.
- Yukon Gold is an all-purpose potato variety with a smooth yellowish-white skin and light yellow flesh. They have a bright and slightly sweet flavour.
- Purple Peruvian potatoes have a dry and starchy texture and a deep purple skin. The flesh is either evenly purple throughout or can be marbled with white and a dark purple. These potatoes have an earthy, buttery flavour.
- Rooster potatoes are a red-skinned potato with a fluffy light yellow flesh. This is an all-purpose potato, with a deep earthy flavour.
- Katahdin potatoes are a starchy variety with a smooth skin, yellowish flesh and a classic potato flavor.
Air Fryer Baked Potato Toppings
One of the things that about baked potatoes that make them so great is how they are a perfect blank canvas for an almost limitless amount of toppings.
In fact, I recently hosted a build-your-own baked potato dinner party. The topping choices were grouped into different themes, which was a huuuuuuge hit with the adults and kids alike.
I’ve included some of the most popular offerings from that night below as inspiration. But why not have fun, get creative and come up with a whole new flavour combination of your own?
- Mexican = salsa, guacamole, cojita cheese
- Mediterranean = feta cheese, pomegranate seeds, hummus, kalamata olives
- Green Machine = broccoli, spinach, pesto
- Pot Pie = peas, carrots, diced chicken (if not vegan)
- Steakhouse = bacon, horseradish, sour cream, chives (if not vegan)
Are Air Fryer Baked Potatoes Vegan?
Yes, air fryer baked potatoes are vegan when you season with a plant-based oil, such as olive oil or coconut oil, or a dairy-free butter.
Instant Pot Baked Potatoes Recipe
No air fryer? No problem! Simply follow my recipe for Instant Pot Baked Potatoes to cook up perfectly delectable, fluffy baked potatoes in just a few minutes.
We have got you covered.
What To Serve With Air Fried Baked Potatoes
Instant Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage.
Weight Watchers Points in Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
There are 6 Freestyle Points in a serving of Air Fryer Baked Potatoes.
More Air Fryer Recipes
Crunchy Air Fryer Grilled Cheese.
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Crispy Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
Ingredients
- 3 russet potatoes
- 2 tsp oil
- salt
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 390F (200C).
- Scrub potatoes and pat to dry and use a fork to poke holes in the potatoes.
- Rub with oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Place potatoes in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching.
- Cook for 30 mins.
- Open the air fryer, turn potatoes and cook for another 15-30 mins, until they are soft inside and crispy outside. Note: if the potatoes are large, you may need to cook them for a further 10 mins.
Notes
- To get the skins nicely crispy, it is important to make sure your potatoes are totally dry before rubbing with oil and salt.
- The air fryer gets super hot, so use tongs or two spoons to remove the cooked potatoes.
- For extra great flavour, seasoning the outside of the potatoes with garlic powder, rosemary and parsley before cooking.
Aly says
21/04/2019 at 1:59 amBest baked potato I ever made! I scraped out the centers of the potatoes and added chopped onion, chopped ham and shredded cheddar cheese. Sooooooooooooo good! Even the leftovers were great! The potato skin was like a crispy potato chip.