Air fryer baked potatoes are a great way to enjoy fluffy, perfectly cooked potatoes with a crisp skin. Here’s a simple recipe:
Ingredients:
- Russet potatoes (1-4, depending on the size of your air fryer and servings needed)
- Olive oil or vegetable oil
- Salt (optional)
- Toppings of your choice (butter, sour cream, cheese, chives, bacon bits, etc.)
Instructions:
- Preparation:
- Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt.
- Pat them dry with a clean towel.
- Pierce each potato several times with a fork or knife. This allows steam to escape during cooking and prevents the potatoes from bursting.
- Seasoning:
- Rub each potato with a little olive oil or vegetable oil. This helps crisp up the skin.
- Optionally, sprinkle the potatoes with salt to taste.
- Air Frying:
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket. Make sure they are not touching each other to allow for even cooking.
- Cooking:
- Cook the potatoes for 35-40 minutes, depending on the size of your potatoes and the crispness you desire. Flip them halfway through the cooking time to ensure even cooking.
- Checking for Doneness:
- To check if they’re done, insert a fork or skewer into the center of the largest potato. It should go in easily and the potato should feel soft inside.
- Serve:
- Once done, remove the potatoes from the air fryer.
- Cut a slit lengthwise across the top of each potato and fluff the insides with a fork.
- Add your favorite toppings such as butter, sour cream, cheese, chives, bacon bits, or anything else you like.
- Enjoy:
- Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your delicious air fryer baked potatoes!
This method gives you a crispy skin on the outside and a fluffy interior, just like oven-baked potatoes but faster and with less energy consumption. Adjust the cooking time based on your air fryer model and the size of the potatoes for best results.