Crispy Applebee’s Copycat Sweet Potato Fries Recipe (Air Fryer or Oven)

This Applebee’s copycat sweet potato fries recipe is the real deal—crispy, flavorful, and totally addictive. Whether you serve them as a snack or side dish, they’ll steal the show every time. Don’t forget to double the batch… they disappear fast!

Craving those crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside sweet potato fries from Applebee’s? This copycat recipe delivers the same restaurant-quality taste right from your kitchen. Whether you’re air frying or baking, these sweet potato fries are seasoned just right—sweet, salty, and slightly smoky. Perfect as a side dish, snack, or party favorite!

If you love easy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Recipes, try my recipe for Air Fryer Outback Steakhouse Sweet Potato, Air Fryer Sweet Potato Nachos Recipe. or Air fryer sweet potatoes with sage brown butter.

🥕 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Crispy Texture: Get that crave-worthy crunch without deep frying.

Simple Ingredients: Just a handful of pantry staples and sweet potatoes.

Healthier Than Takeout: Baked or air-fried—no greasy mess!

Customizable Seasoning: Make them sweeter, spicier, or smokier.

Kid-Approved: Naturally sweet and perfect for dipping.

Applebee’s Sweet Potato Fries Recipe Ingredients

• Sweet Potatoes: Use firm sweet potatoes
• Oil: Use a blend of olive oil and Chili Oil
• Seasonings and Spices: Garlic Powder, Ground Ginger, Ground Coriander, Black Pepper, and Kosher Salt
• Serving: Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

How To Make Applebee’s Sweet Potato Fries

Step One: Start by washing and drying your sweet potatoes, then on a cutting board, cut your sweet potatoes into 1/4 inch strips.

Step Two: Add your sweet potato fries to a large bowl, add the olive oil and chili oil and toss to coat.

Step Three: Place fries into a single layer into the air fryer basket, and set the cook time for 16-18 minutes, at 380 degrees F, flipping halfway through the cooking process. Remove when fork tender.

Step Five: Serve with your favorite dipping sauce or a dash of red chili powder.

Crispy Applebee’s Copycat Sweet Potato Fries Recipe Tips

• Don’t overcrowd – Give your fries enough room to cook evenly. Overcrowding will lead to soggy, undercooked potato fries.
• Timing: Since all air fryers as slightly different, the cooking time will vary, so for best results, check on your sweet potatoes frequently as they cook up. Check your fries every few minutes as they cook to ensure they don’t burn or overcook.
• Flipping: Sprinkle your favorite seasonings onto the fries before and after flipping to ensure even and maximum flavor
• Seasonings: Some great seasonings to add to your sweet potato wedges are cayenne pepper, brown sugar, onion powder, or cajun seasoning. Any seasoning blend will work.
• Size Of Your Fries: Depending on the thickness of your slices, remember thick slices will cook slower than thinner fries.

Storing, Freezing & Reheating Instructions

• Storing: Store leftover sweet potato fries in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Make sure they’ve cooled completely before sealing to prevent sogginess.
• Freezing: Place the cooled fries in a single layer on a baking sheet to freeze, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months. This method helps keep them from sticking together.
• Reheating: Reheat in the air fryer at 375°F for 3–5 minutes until crisp and heated through. Alternatively, bake in a preheated oven at 400°F for 5–7 minutes.

Crispy Applebee’s Copycat Sweet Potato Fries Recipe Faqs

Can I use regular potatoes instead of sweet potatoes? Yes, you can use regular potatoes; just adjust the cooking time as they may require a bit longer.

How do I make the fries extra crispy? Make sure to cut the fries evenly and not overcrowd the air fryer basket. A little extra oil can also help achieve crispiness.

Can I prep the sweet potatoes in advance? Yes, you can cut and soak the sweet potatoes in water for a few hours to remove excess starch, then dry them thoroughly before seasoning and cooking.

What spices can I use besides paprika and cayenne? Feel free to experiment with spices like garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, or even curry powder for different flavor profiles.

What should I do if the fries are not cooking evenly? If some fries are not cooking evenly, give them a good shake and rearrange them for better airflow.

What dipping sauces pair well with these fries? Great options include ranch dressing, spicy mayo, garlic aioli, or a creamy avocado dip.

Are these fries gluten-free? Yes, as long as you use gluten-free spices and avoid cross-contamination, these fries are gluten-free.

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