Air fryer cooking guide
Air Fryer Baked Potato
How long to cook a baked potato in an air fryer — times by size, the right temperature, and how to get crisp, salty skin with a fluffy centre.
200°C / 392°F
35–50 min
How long to cook baked potato in an air fryer?
Air fry a baked potato at 200°C (400°F) for 35–45 minutes, turning once. A medium 250 g potato takes about 35–40 minutes; a large one 45–50. It's done when the skin is crisp and a knife slides easily into the centre.
The air fryer makes arguably the best baked potato going: crackly, salted skin and a light, fluffy interior, with no need to heat the whole oven. Prick, oil, salt, and let the circulating heat do the rest.
Cook-time calculator
Enter the weight of your baked potato for an estimated air fryer time.
Estimated time
30–32min
Rule of thumb: about 15 min per 100 g at 200°C. Estimate only — check doneness before serving.
Time & temperature chart
| Size / cut | Temp | Time | Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small (180 g) | 200°C | 30–35 min | Pierce first |
| Medium (250 g) | 200°C | 35–40 min | Turn once |
| Large (350 g+) | 200°C | 45–50 min | Check with a knife |
Times are a guide — air fryers vary by 10–20%. Always cook to the safe internal temperature, not just the timer.
How to air fry baked potato
- 1
Scrub the potatoes and prick all over with a fork so steam can escape.
- 2
Rub with a little oil and a generous amount of salt for crisp, seasoned skin.
- 3
Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F) for 3 minutes.
- 4
Place the potatoes in the basket with space between them and air fry, turning once halfway.
- 5
They're done when the skin is crisp and a knife or skewer slides into the centre with no resistance.
- 6
Split open, fluff the inside with a fork and add your toppings.
Pro tips
- The oil-and-salt rub is what gives you that steakhouse-style crackly skin.
- Don't skip the fork holes — they let steam out so the inside turns fluffy, not gummy.
- Match the potatoes in size so they finish at the same time.
Frequently asked questions
What temperature for a baked potato in an air fryer?
200°C (400°F). It crisps the skin while the inside steams to fluffy — the same result as a hot oven, faster.
How long does a baked potato take in an air fryer?
A medium potato takes 35–40 minutes at 200°C; a large one 45–50. Turn it once and check the centre is soft before serving.
Do you need to wrap potatoes in foil?
No — leave them unwrapped. Foil traps steam and softens the skin, while the open air fryer crisps it beautifully.
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