Air Fryer Baked Potatoes with Butter and Black Pepper Recipe
This Air Fryer Baked Potato recipe delivers perfectly crispy skin and fluffy interiors using an air fryer, making it a quick and easy alternative to traditional oven baking. Seasoned simply with olive oil, kosher salt, and fresh cracked black pepper, these russet potatoes are a versatile side dish that pairs well with butter or your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 4 medium-sized russet baking potatoes (8 ounces each), washed and dried (32 ounces total)
Seasoning
- 1½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or vegetable oil
- 1½ teaspoons kosher salt
- 1½ teaspoons fresh cracked black pepper, for topping
- Butter, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. If your air fryer model does not require preheating, you may skip this step. Refer to your user’s manual for best results.
- Oil the Potatoes: Use a pastry brush to liberally coat each washed and dried potato with the extra virgin olive oil, ensuring all surfaces are covered for crispiness.
- Season Potatoes: Evenly sprinkle kosher salt on both sides of each oiled potato to enhance flavor and assist in crisping the skin.
- Air Fry Potatoes: Place each potato in the air fryer basket. Cook at 400°F for 25 minutes on one side, then carefully flip each potato and continue cooking for another 20 to 25 minutes. To check doneness, insert a kitchen knife into the center of a potato; if it slides in easily, the potatoes are fully cooked. If not, continue cooking in 5-minute increments until tender.
- Prepare and Serve: Using a sharp kitchen knife, slice down the center of each potato without cutting all the way through. Fluff the inside with a fork, add butter, sprinkle fresh cracked black pepper on top, and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Reheat baked potatoes in the air fryer for 3 to 4 minutes until heated through to maintain crisp skin. Alternatively, microwave for a few minutes but note the skin will be less crispy.
- Tip: Use a pastry brush to evenly apply oil for better skin texture.
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