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!
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🥔 Ingredients Needed
🔪 How-to Make
You simply scrub potatoes, rub with oil, sprinkle with salt, air fry, then dig into perfectly scrumptious Air Fryer Baked Potatoes!
💭 Helpful Tips, Tricks and FAQ
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 cook time is the same regardless of how many potatoes you air fry. Just try not to crowd them too much for 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 work 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!
🍽 How-to Serve
Some butter or plant-based butter is always a must.
Diced green onions or chives always a good dash of vibrant flavor.
I also love to top my baked potato off with a good salsa or some chili.
And last, whether it's the dairy or the dairy-free variety, shredded cheese is always a hit!
♨️ How-to Store and Reheat
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!).
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📖 Recipe
Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
Ingredients
- 3 russet potatoes
- olive oil
- sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
- Prepare potatoes by rinsing and scrubbing them under cool water. Using a fork, prick small holes into each potato 3-4 times.
- Drizzle a little olive oil over the potatoes or your hands, then rub into the potatoes thoroughly. Sprinkle each potato with salt.
- Place the potatoes into the air fryer basket or tray. Air fry for 40 minutes or until potatoes are tender and a fork passes through each easily.
- Slice open, top as you would like and enjoy!
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SHANIKA says
I love a good baked potato, but this recipe looks amazing! I definitely need to use my air fryer more and this looks so crisp!
Sara Welch says
Another great recipe for my air fryer! Enjoyed this for lunch today and it did not disappoint! Quick, easy and perfectly crispy on the outside and smooth on the inside!
Kristen Wood says
I'm so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing. 🙂
Gina says
Tried this instead of the oven and wow -they came out great! love how tender they get with that crispy outside skin!
Jersey Girl Cooks says
I love making baked potatoes this way!
Kushigalu says
Love this air fryer version of baked potatoes. SO delicious.
Kristen Wood says
Thank you!!
Cyndy says
Forgot to mention that I used Coconut oil and it was delish!
Mindee Taylor says
I had no idea you could make baked potatoes in an air fryer! So much easier than the oven!
Heather Perine says
I love using my air fryer so I can't wait to try baked potatoes in them. That crispy skin on the outside looks diiiiiiivine. Bring on the sourcream 🙂
Kristen Wood says
Thank you! 🙂
Andrea says
This is perfect! I can have a baked potato that is crispy on the outside but soft and perfect on the inside without heating my whole house.
Kristen Wood says
Thank you!!
Tara says
Such an amazing texture! These baked potatoes look incredible. I love how easily they come together with the help of the air fryer.
Kristen Wood says
Thank you!!
Cyndy says
Love how easy this makes it - it's been so hot this summer so anyway I can avoid turning on the oven for a long time is a hit with me. Thanks for sharing - these turned out perfect!
Kristen Wood says
I'm so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing. 🙂