Description
This Crispy Air Fryer Baked Potato recipe delivers perfectly cooked russet potatoes with a golden, crispy skin and fluffy interior, all made conveniently in the air fryer. Ready in just 50 minutes, it’s an easy and healthier way to enjoy a classic baked potato with customizable toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 large russet potatoes
Coating
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Coarse salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes: Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt. Pat them dry completely with a clean towel to ensure the skin crisps well. Pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape while cooking.
- Season the potatoes: Rub the potatoes evenly with olive oil until fully coated. Sprinkle generously with coarse salt and add black pepper if desired for extra flavor.
- Arrange in air fryer: Place the potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they don’t overlap to allow even cooking.
- Air fry the potatoes: Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 35 to 40 minutes. Flip the potatoes halfway through the cooking time to crisp all sides evenly.
- Check doneness: Test the potatoes by inserting a fork or knife; it should slide in easily indicating the potatoes are fully cooked and tender inside.
- Serve: Slice open the potatoes, fluff the interior with a fork, and add your favorite toppings such as butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped chives, or bacon bits for a delicious meal or side dish.
Notes
- To ensure extra crispy skin, thoroughly dry the potatoes before coating with oil.
- Russet potatoes are preferred for their fluffy texture, but you can use other baking potatoes.
- Cook time may vary slightly depending on potato size and air fryer model.
- Try different toppings to customize your baked potato to taste.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute butter and sour cream with plant-based alternatives.
