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Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

Enjoy creamy, fluffy baked potatoes with crispy skins using your air fryer in under an hour. Topped with your favorite ingredients, they make a versatile side dish or snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 medium medium russet potatoes The star of the dish, providing fluffy interiors.
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil For a light and healthy coating that enhances crispiness.
  • 1 tbsp coarse sea salt For seasoning and enhancing flavor.
Optional Toppings
  • Various toppings like butter, sour cream, herbs, cheese, or chili Add variety and personalization to your baked potatoes.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
  2. Pierce the potatoes with a fork all around the surface to allow steam to escape.
  3. Drizzle or brush the potatoes with avocado oil, rubbing it all around.
  4. Sprinkle coarse sea salt evenly over the oiled potatoes.
Cooking
  1. Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket and roast for 40-50 minutes, or until tender.
  2. Use tongs to take the potatoes out and cut each one lengthwise to split.
Serving
  1. Enjoy with your favorite optional toppings for added flavor.

Notes

Tips for best results include using the right potatoes, adequately piercing them, and allowing them to rest before cutting to maintain fluffiness.