Air fryer baked potato

by Simon Evans-5 February 2026Easy

Prep Time30 min

Cook Time45 min

Total Time75 min

Servings1

Air fryers are more energy-efficient than ovens and baked potatoes cook in about half the usual time. Air-frying also gives a crispy skin and creamy middle, perfect with any of these three delicious toppings.

Imported RecipeOriginally from: www.bbc.co.uk

Method

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Rub the potato all over with a little oil. If you like, rub a little salt over the skin – this will help give a crispier finish.
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Put the potato in the air fryer and turn to 200C. Air-fry for 20 minutes, then turn the potato over. A small potato will take another 20 minutes or so, a large one another 25–30 minutes.
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Check the middle is soft by poking a table knife into the centre – it should slide in easily. If it’s not quite done, continue to cook for a minute at a time.
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For the cheddar and jalapeño topping, mix the cheese, tomato and jalapeño slices, split the potato and spoon the cheese mixture on top.
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For the smashed avocado topping, mash the avocado with the lime or lemon juice, salt and pepper. Split the potato, spoon in the avocado mixture and scatter with the seeds or your choice of seasoning.
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For the curried beans topping, heat the beans with the curry powder until hot but not boiling. Split the potato and pile on the beans. Top with dollops of yoghurt and lime pickle, if using.