Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

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These Air Fryer Baked Potatoes have perfectly crisp exteriors with soft and fluffy centers. They are the perfect baked potatoes and could not be easier to make!

Potatoes are long-time staple for me! Nothing is more comforting than a pillowy baked potato topped with all of your favorite toppings, am I right?? And making potatoes in an air fryer is hands down my favorite way! They truly come out perfect. I can’t wait for you to see for yourself. Enjoy!

An air fryer baked potato rests on a white plate, garnished with chopped green onions, with a fork beside it.

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Three air fryer baked potatoes, perfectly seasoned with salt, sit invitingly on a white plate.

Ingredients Needed

Potatoes.
Olive oil.
Salt.
That’s all!

Close-up of a brown potato, freshly baked to perfection in an air fryer, topped with delicate flakes of sea salt on a dark surface.

An air fryer baked potato with a crispy skin, split open to reveal fluffy insides, garnished with chopped green onions. A fork is placed beside it on a white plate.

How to Make Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

Scrub the potatoes thoroughly to clean them.
Rub the potatoes with oil to coat evenly.
Sprinkle the potatoes with salt for seasoning.
Place the potatoes in the air fryer and cook until tender and crispy.
Dig into your perfectly scrumptious Air Fryer Baked Potatoes!

A perfectly split baked potato, fresh from the air fryer, rests on a white plate. Its fluffy interior is delightfully mingled with green onions, and a fork lies invitingly nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a different potato?

Yes! You most certainly can. I find golden and red potatoes to cook in just about the same time, however, their flavor and consistency will not quite be the same as a russet.

Will this recipe work for just one potato or more than three?

Yes. The cooking time is the same regardless of how many potatoes you air fry. Just try not to crowd them too much for the best results.

Can I use a different oil?

Yes. I much prefer the flavor of olive oil in the skin of the potatoes, but avocado or grapeseed oil works well, too.

Can I omit the oil?

Yep! If you are oil-free, you can omit the oil and still end up with perfectly fluffy potatoes.

An air fryer baked potato rests on a white plate, crowned with chopped green onions. A fork lingers in the background.

Serving Ideas

Some butter or plant-based butter is always a must.
Diced green onions or chives always add a good dash of vibrant flavor.
Alongside some veggies like air fryer asparagus, roasted okra, or air fryer zucchini.
I also love to top my baked potato off with a good homemade salsa or some chili.
And last, whether it’s the dairy or the dairy-free variety, shredded cheese is always a hit!

Two air fryer baked potatoes on a plate, one cut open with butter and chives, with a fork nearby.

Storing and Reheating

Like most baked potatoes, these taste best fresh from the air fryer, but you can wrap fully cooled air fried potatoes in aluminum foil and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Simply reheat in a 350°F Air Fryer or regular oven until warmed throughout (with foil on!).

A perfectly air-fried baked potato split open on a white plate, filled with butter and chopped scallions. A fork is placed beside it, ready to enjoy. A textured cloth is in the background.

A white plate showcases two air fryer baked potatoes; one is split open, revealing a fluffy interior garnished with green onions. A fork rests on the plate.

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