Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes

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Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes
Sweet, buttery, and perfectly crisp — your new favorite side dish is ready in minutes!

There’s just something irresistible about sweet potatoes caramelized in butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. And when you make them in the air fryer, they get that perfect golden crisp on the outside while staying soft and melt-in-your-mouth tender on the inside.

These Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes are simple, cozy, and bursting with flavor — a little sweet, a little savory, and absolutely perfect for busy weeknights or holiday dinners.

Jennie’s Thoughts

I’ve made sweet potatoes a hundred different ways, but this one might be my favorite. The air fryer gives them the best texture — lightly crisp edges that remind me of roasted marshmallows on sweet potato casserole, and a buttery cinnamon-sugar coating that makes the whole kitchen smell like fall. They taste like comfort and take hardly any effort.

This is one of those “how is it this easy?” recipes that quickly becomes a go-to favorite. I love making them alongside roasted chicken or even as a quick snack when I want something warm and cozy.

Ingredients:

• 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Prep the sweet potatoes:
   Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into evenly sized pieces so they cook evenly.
2. Coat in buttery sweetness:
   In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add the sweet potato cubes and toss until every piece is evenly coated.
3. Air fry to perfection:
   Place the coated cubes in a single layer in your air fryer basket (work in batches if needed). Air fry at 400°F for 12–15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the edges are crisp and caramelized and the centers are tender.
4. Serve warm:
   Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately. For an extra treat, drizzle with a touch more melted butter or a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar before serving.

Serving Ideas

These sweet potato cubes are delicious on their own, but they also make a beautiful side for grilled chicken, pork chops, or holiday ham.

They even taste amazing tossed into salads or grain bowls for a pop of natural sweetness and warmth.

Jennie’s Notes

This is the kind of recipe that reminds me how much joy there is in simple food. A few pantry staples, a little time in the air fryer, and suddenly your whole kitchen smells like cinnamon and caramelized sugar.

Cooking like this always makes me feel grounded, grateful, and at peace. It’s the little moments — and the little recipes — that create the biggest comfort.

More Cozy Recipes You’ll Love:

• Chai Spiced Apple Butter
• Brown Sugar Maple Sweet Potato Rounds
• Twice Baked sweet Potatoes

These Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes are quick, cozy, and absolutely crave-worthy. Whether you make them for a family dinner or just because you’re in the mood for something sweet and buttery, they’ll become a recipe you’ll want to make again and again.

One bite and you’ll see why I call them little bites of fall happiness!