Introduction

Air fryer baked potatoes are a quick and easy way to enjoy a classic comfort food with perfectly crispy skins and fluffy interiors. This recipe delivers delicious results with minimal effort, making it a great side or a base for your favorite toppings.

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Ingredients

4 baking potatoes (about 250g each)
½ tbsp sunflower oil
Toppings of your choice, such as butter, cheese, baked beans, or tuna mayonnaise

Instructions

Step 1: Scrub the potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry with kitchen paper.
Step 2: Place the potatoes on a plate, drizzle the sunflower oil over them, and rub it into the skins with your hands until well coated. Season with salt and pepper to help crisp the skins.
Step 3: Arrange the potatoes in a single layer in your air fryer basket.
Step 4: Set the air fryer to 200°C and cook for 40-50 minutes. Check after 20 minutes; if one side is browning too quickly, turn them over using tongs.
Step 5: Continue cooking until a sharp knife easily pierces the potatoes and the skins are crisp.
Step 6: Split the potatoes open and serve immediately with your favorite toppings.

Tips & Variations

For extra crispy skin, prick the potatoes a few times with a fork before cooking.
Try topping with sour cream and chives for a classic twist.
If you don’t have sunflower oil, olive oil or vegetable oil works just as well.
You can also add a sprinkle of smoked paprika or garlic powder to the skins for additional flavor.

Storage

Store any leftover baked potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 180°C for 5-7 minutes to regain crispy skin and warm, fluffy insides.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use different types of potatoes?

Baking potatoes like Russets or Maris Piper are best for fluffy interiors and crispy skins. Waxy potatoes won’t achieve the same texture.

Do I need to preheat the air fryer?

Preheating the air fryer for a few minutes can help the potatoes cook more evenly, but it’s not strictly necessary for this recipe.

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Crispy and fluffy air fryer baked potatoes made with simple ingredients, perfect for a quick and delicious side or main dish. Coated in sunflower oil and seasoned with salt and pepper, these potatoes cook evenly in the air fryer for a perfectly crispy skin and tender inside. Customize with your favorite toppings like butter, cheese, baked beans, or tuna mayonnaise for a satisfying meal.

Author: Lila
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40-50 minutes
Total Time: 50-60 minutes
Yield: 4 servings (1 potato per serving) 1x
Category: Side Dish
Method: Air Frying
Cuisine: British

Ingredients

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Potatoes

4 baking potatoes (about 250g each)
½ tbsp sunflower oil
Salt and pepper, to season

Toppings (optional)

Butter
Cheese
Baked beans
Tuna mayonnaise

Instructions

Prepare the potatoes: Scrub the potatoes thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt. Pat them dry completely with kitchen paper to ensure the skins will crisp up during cooking.
Coat the potatoes: Place the potatoes on a plate and drizzle the sunflower oil evenly over them. Use your hands to rub the oil all over the skins so each potato is well coated. Season generously with salt and pepper to enhance the crispiness and flavor of the skin.
Arrange in the air fryer: Place the potatoes in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, making sure they have enough space and are not overcrowded for even cooking.
Air fry the potatoes: Set the air fryer temperature to 200°C (392°F). Cook the potatoes for 40-50 minutes or until a sharp knife can easily pierce through them. After 20 minutes of cooking, check on the potatoes; if one side is browning faster, turn them over using tongs to ensure even cooking and crisping.
Check doneness and serve: After the full cooking time, test the potatoes by inserting a knife—if it slides in easily, the potatoes are cooked through. The skin should be crispy while the inside remains tender and fluffy. Split the potatoes open and serve immediately with your choice of toppings such as butter, cheese, baked beans, or tuna mayonnaise.

Notes

Choose baking potatoes such as Russets or Maris Piper for the best fluffy texture.
Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow hot air to circulate for even crisping.
Turning the potatoes halfway through cooking helps to brown them evenly on all sides.
For extra crispy skin, pat the potatoes as dry as possible before oiling.
Adjust cooking time based on the size of the potatoes; larger potatoes may need extra minutes.

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