Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Baked Potatoes are the way to go for that restaurant quality baked potato. Crispy skin and light and fluffy potato inside, waiting for you to dress it up with your favorite toppings.
I realized a while back that making baked potatoes at home was so simple using my air fryer. It is fast and efficient and gives you that crispy outer skin you are craving. A much faster cook time than in the oven.
Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
While this is a recipe in a sense, it is crazy simple. BUT, I had to share my method for making the best-baked potatoes. If you have an air fryer then you have to try this out. You will be amazed! I added some seasoning to the outside of my potatoes for added flavor, for all you potato skin lovers.
Do You Flip Potatoes Over During Cooking In Air Fryer
You are welcome to peek in at the halfway mark of cooking and give your potatoes a flip. This can help offer a more even skin crispiness all around. If you don’t want to mess with flipping, you can skip this step.
How Do You Keep Baked Potatoes From Drying Out As They Cook
Rubbing your potatoes down with olive oil is key. If you are not a fan of olive oil, reach for canola or vegetable. Just give the outside of the potatoes a nice rub-down so they are all greased up. This will protect the potatoes from drying out while helping to crisp up the skins. I then went an extra step and added seasoning to my potatoes, since we enjoy eating the skin.
Favorite Toppings For Baked Potatoes
- Butter
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Cheese
- Bacon
- Chives
- Everything Bagel Seasoning
- Green Onions
- Ranch Dressing
- Broccoli
- Or any other topping
Toppings for baked potatoes are endless! Pile on meat for a loaded baked potato, or a dollop of butter. Make your potatoes as simple or complex as you would like.
Tip for Making Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
Don’t crowd your tray. You want to ensure there is space between each potato. This is going to allow the hot air that circulates really get around all the spots on the potato. Giving it that even and nicely cooked potato that you want. If you pile potatoes on top of each other, you will find you don’t have an even cook.
How Long Do You Cook Baked Potatoes In Air Fryer
Depending on the size of your potatoes will depend on the cooking time. My potatoes took 40 minutes, and they turned out perfect. If you have smaller potatoes you might only cook for 30-35 minutes. Or if larger you might go over the 40-minute mark. Just make sure they are cooked fully before slicing and serving.
How To Know When A Baked Potato Is Done
Take a fork and stick it into the potato. If it goes in easy and comes out without getting stuck your potato is done. If you find it is a little hard to stick the fork or even a knife in, it needs more cooking time. As the center of the potato is still a bit hard.
What Type of Potatoes Make The Best Baked Potato
Russets are my go-to potato for making baked potatoes. They offer a nice starch consistency that bakes up or in this case air fries up nicely.
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Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
Ingredients
- 2 - 4 russet potatoes (scrubbed & rinsed)
- 1/2 TBSP Olive Oil or melted butter
- 1/2 TSP sea salt
- 1/2 TSP your favorite seasoning (I used a garlic & herb blend)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Prick the potatoes with a fork. Rub the potatoes with either oil or butter.
Sprinkle with sea salt, garlic powder & your favorite seasoning.
- Place the drip pan in the bottom of the cooking chamber. Using the display panel, touch BAKE then adjust the temp to 400 degrees, set the time to * 40 minutes, touch START.
- When the display indicates “Add Food” place potatoes (unwrapped) on a tray. Close the door.
- When time ends carefully remove baked potatoes and serve.
Notes
*Time may vary based on size of your potato. Mine were fairly large (weighing 11.5 oz) potatoes vs small.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 196Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 536mgCarbohydrates: 38gFiber: 4gSugar: 2gProtein: 5g
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
I thought your detailed instructions, photos and method were excellent and happen to be the same ones I use. I have one suggestion which would be helpful for your readers:: You should state the weight of the potato that you cooked for 40 minutes.. When I forwarded my instructions for a baked potato to a friend, I stated that my 9 oz russet baked in 45 minutes. (I even attached a photo of the potato next to a dollar bill so she had a reference for the size) I think that is helpful for newer, inexperienced cooks.
I agree that is exactly what I should do. Thank you so much for the recommendation. I am running to get my potatoes I have left to weigh them right now. 🙂
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These look so good! What position did you place the tray? Top, middle, or bottom?
bottom 🙂
What size air fry machine did you use? The reason I ask is that there are 5 of us in my family and 4 potatoes would not work out for us we would have to go through the process twice and therefore wouldn’t be practical for us to use our machine for the recipe process you have described.
I am pretty sure you can fit 5 potatoes. 🙂