Tender air fryer sweet potato chunks - brown sugar spiced sweet potato cubes make an easy holiday side dish, or switch it up with a savory spice blend! Fresh or frozen, learn how long to cook sweet potatoes in air fryer -- sweet potato cubes are so easy!
Add to air fryer basket in a single layer (work in batches if necessary) and cook at 400°F for 14-16 minutes, or until tender inside and crispy and brown on the edges. Shake air fryer basket halfway through cooking.
If making the cinnamon brown sugar option, remove from air fryer and toss with brown sugar. Drizzle with maple syrup and serve immediately.
1 tablespoon light brown sugar, 1-2 tablespoon maple syrup
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Oil-Free version: To make these air fryer sweet potato chunks with no oil, you can replace the olive oil and with 1 teaspoon maple syrup. You may need to cook the potatoes a bit longer to crisp up the edges. Air fryer cook time: Cook times vary widely with different air fryer brands and sizes, so be sure to check on your potatoes a few times during cooking. You may need to cook them a little less or more than expected to achieve the desired crispness.