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Flawless Air Fryer Baked Potatoes: Crispy Skin, Fluffy Inside in 40 Minutes

Split open, fluffy interior of a perfectly cooked air fryer baked potato with a crispy, seasoned skin.
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Make perfect baked potatoes quickly in your air fryer. You get shatteringly crispy skin and a light, fluffy interior every time using this simple, hands-off method.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium to large Russet potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt (like kosher salt)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Scrub the potatoes well under running water. Dry them completely with a paper towel. Moisture prevents crispy skin.
  2. Prick each potato deeply 6 to 8 times all over using a fork. This allows steam to escape.
  3. Rub the entire surface of each potato with the oil.
  4. Sprinkle the coarse salt and pepper evenly over the oiled skins. Press the seasoning lightly into the skin.
  5. Place the prepared potatoes in a single layer inside your air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the basket; cook in batches if necessary.
  6. Set the air fryer temperature to 400°F (200°C).
  7. Cook for 30 to 40 minutes. For medium potatoes (about 8 oz), start checking at 30 minutes. For large potatoes (10-12 oz), cook closer to 40 minutes.
  8. Flip the potatoes halfway through the cooking time (around the 15-minute mark) for even crisping.
  9. The potatoes are done when the skin is crisp and a fork easily pierces the center.
  10. Carefully remove the potatoes from the air fryer. Slice them open lengthwise immediately and fluff the inside with a fork before adding your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • For extra fluffy insides, you can wrap the potatoes loosely in aluminum foil before oiling and salting, but this method results in less crispy skin.
  • If your potatoes are very small, reduce the cooking time to 25 minutes.
  • This method works well for sweet potatoes too; adjust the cooking time based on size.
  • Serve immediately with butter, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped chives, or bacon bits for a loaded baked potato experience.

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