Crispy Comfort: Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
Looking for a quick and easy way to enjoy delicious baked potatoes? Look no further than your air fryer! With just a few simple steps, you can have perfectly crispy and fluffy potatoes that are sure to satisfy your cravings.
Start by washing your russet potatoes and drying them thoroughly. Puncture several holes around each potato with a fork to prevent them from exploding during cooking. Then, coat the potatoes evenly with olive oil and season with salt.
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes. Once heated, place the potatoes in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not overlapping to allow for even cooking. Cook for 35 to 40 minutes, turning them over halfway through, until the potatoes are soft on the inside and golden brown on the outside.
Once cooked, remove the potatoes from the air fryer and let them cool for a few minutes. Then, cut them lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork. Top your baked potatoes with your favorite toppings, such as butter, sour cream, cheese, or chives, and serve hot.
With this simple recipe, you can enjoy the classic comfort of baked potatoes in a fraction of the time. Whether as a side dish or a main course, these air fryer baked potatoes are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So, fire up your air fryer and get ready to enjoy the crispy goodness of these delicious potatoes!
Recipe: Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
Ingredients:
- 4 large russet potatoes
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Optional toppings: butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, or chives.
Instructions:
- Wash the russet potatoes under cold water to remove any dirt. Dry them thoroughly with a clean dish towel.
- Use a fork to puncture several holes around each potato to prevent them from exploding during cooking.
- Coat the potatoes evenly with olive oil, ensuring all surfaces are covered. Season generously with salt on both sides.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Once preheated, place the potatoes in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not overlapping to allow for even cooking.
- Cook the potatoes for 35 to 40 minutes, turning them over halfway through the cooking time, until they are soft on the inside and golden brown on the outside.
- Remove the potatoes from the air fryer and let them cool for a few minutes. Then, cut them lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork.
- Top the baked potatoes with your favorite toppings, such as butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, or chives.
- Serve hot and enjoy the crispy exterior and fluffy interior of these delicious air fryer baked potatoes!
