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Air Fryer Baked Potato: The Crispiest, Fluffiest Recipe


  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 2 potatoes 1x

Description

Fluffy baked potatoes with crispy skins, cooked quickly and easily in your air fryer. Perfect as a side dish or loaded with your favorite toppings.


Ingredients

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Ingredients:

2 large russet potatoes, scrubbed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional toppings: butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, bacon bits, chives

  • 2 large russet potatoes, scrubbed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • butter
  • sour cream
  • shredded cheese
  • bacon bits
  • chives

Instructions

  1. Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Wash potatoes and pat dry. Pierce each potato several times with a fork.
  3. Rub potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  4. Place potatoes in the air fryer basket, being careful not to overcrowd. You may need to cook in batches.
  5. Cook for 40-50 minutes, or until potatoes are soft and easily pierced with a fork.
  6. Let cool slightly before slicing open and topping with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • For extra crispy skin, rub the potatoes with olive oil and salt before air frying.
  • Cooking times may vary depending on your air fryer model and the size of the potatoes.
  • Top with your favorite baked potato toppings, such as butter, sour cream, cheese, bacon bits, and chives.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes