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The Ultimate Air Fryer Baked Potato: Crispy Skin and Fluffy Inside Fast

A perfectly cooked air fryer baked potato with crispy skin and fluffy white interior, sprinkled with coarse salt.
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Make the perfect air fryer baked potato with crispy skin and a fluffy interior quickly. This simple method is ideal for a weeknight side dish or a base for loaded meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large Russet potatoes, scrubbed clean
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the potatoes by piercing each potato several times deeply with a fork. This allows steam to escape.
  2. Rub the entire surface of each potato with olive oil.
  3. Sprinkle the coarse sea salt and pepper evenly over the oiled skin of each potato.
  4. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  5. Place the seasoned potatoes in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they do not touch. Work in batches if necessary.
  6. Air fry for 30 to 40 minutes, flipping the potatoes halfway through the cooking time. Cooking time depends on the size of your potatoes and your air fryer model.
  7. Check for doneness by inserting a fork into the center; it should slide in easily. The skin should be visibly crisp.
  8. Remove the potatoes from the air fryer. Slice open the top lengthwise and gently squeeze the sides to fluff the interior.
  9. Serve immediately with your preferred toppings.

Notes

  • For the crispiest skin, pat the potatoes completely dry with a paper towel before applying oil and salt.
  • If you are cooking very large potatoes, you may need to add an extra 5-10 minutes to the cooking time.
  • This method is a time saving oven free potatoes alternative.

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