How To Reheat Baked Potato In Air Fryer
Baked potatoes are versatile for meal prep and offer a perfect combination of fluffiness, crispiness, and savory taste.
When you have a few extra baked potatoes and plan to re-use them, reheat them in your air fryer to restore their fresh taste and texture.
To reheat baked potatoes in the air fryer, preheat your appliance at 350 F for 3 to 5 minutes. Put the potatoes in an air fryer basket and rewarm the food for 10-15 minutes at 375 F.
Reheating Baked Potatoes In An Air Fryer
- While the air fryer preheats, let the refrigerated potatoes sit on a rack to attain room temperature.
- Preheatyour air fryer to 375 F.
- For extra crispy texture and golden color, spritz oil on potatoes (optional).
- Line the air fryer basket with aluminum foil to minimize cleaning (optional).
- Place potatoes in a single layer on the basket.
- Begin reheating for 10-15 minutes at 375 F; time can vary depending on the potatoes’ size.
- For safe consumption, the internal temperature should be 210 degrees F.
- Once the skin is nicely crisped and toasty, remove the potatoes from the basket using tongs.
- Let them sit for a minute before eating or serving.
Note: When reheating loaded baked potatoes in an air fryer, ensure that the toppings, such as cheese, are also heated through.
Quick Summary
Ingredients
- Leftover baked simple, loaded or sweet potatoes
- Oil (optional)
- Toppings of your choice (butter, cheddar, bacon bits, etc.)
Equipment
- Air fryer: For better results, use a high-quality air fryer, my current favorite is the Cosori Pro II
- Aluminum foil (optional)
- Tongs
Time & Temp
- Preheat Time: 3 minutes
- Time To Reheat: 10-15 minutes
- Total Time: 13-18 minutes
- Temperature To Reheat: 375 F
Reheating Baked Potatoes Cut In Half
- Preheat the air fryer to 375F.
- Place the cut-side-up potato halves into the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- If desired, brush the cut side with olive oil or butter.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper on the cut side.
- Cook the potato halves in your air fryer for 5-8 minutes or until heated properly.
- Don’t forget to flip the sides after three to four minutes for even crisping on both sides.
- Remove the potato halves using tongs; serve with your preferred toppings and sides.
Quick Summary
Ingredients
- Leftover baked potatoes, cut in half
- Olive oil or melted butter (optional)
- Salt and pepper (optional)
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Tongs or spatula
Time & Temp
- Preheat Time: 3 minutes
- Time To Reheat: 5-8 minutes
- Total Time: 8-11 minutes
- Temperature To Reheat: 375 F
Reheating Twice Baked Potato
Twice-baked potatoes are potatoes scooped out of skin, mixed with various ingredients, then refilled into the potato shells and baked again.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375F.
- Take out your potatoes from the refrigerator.
- Once the potatoes come to room temperature, cut them into halves or quarters if they are big.
- Place the potato halves into the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook the potato halves in your air fryer for 5-10 minutes or until their tops are crispy again.
- Don’t forget to flip the sides after halftime for even crisping on both sides.
- Remove the potato halves from the air fryer using tongs.
- Garnish the potatoes with your preferred toppings and serve.
Quick Summary
Ingredients
- Leftover twice-baked potatoes
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Tongs
Time & Temp
- Preheat time: 3 minutes
- Time To Reheat: 5-10 minutes
- Total Time: 8-13 minutes
- Temperature To Reheat: 375 F
Reheating Baked Potatoes In Microwave Vs. Air Fryer
The main difference between reheating leftover baked potatoes in Microwave Vs. Air Fryer is the reheat time and flavor and texture of the outcomes.
An air fryer requires 10-15 minutes to reheat leftover potatoes.
In contrast, the microwave does the job in 2 minutes and without any specific temperature requirements.
The skin of the potatoes reheated in a microwave may become soggy and chewy, but it tends to crisp up nicely in an air fryer.
FAQs
How long does it take to reheat a baked potato?
Reheating baked potatoes in an air fryer typically takes 10 to 15 minutes, whereas in a microwave, it can take 2 minutes or sometimes even less.
What temperature do you reheat baked potatoes?
When heating baked potatoes in an air fryer, the recommended temperature is usually set at 375F. However, in a microwave, it relies on microwave radiation. Reheating is typically done at the default heat level.
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Conclusion
Reheating leftover baked potatoes of any type in an air fryer gives you the best results, restoring their fluffiness and crispiness. In the article, I have outlined several ways to reheat different variations of baked potatoes, including those cut in half, twice baked, and loaded. Try these recipes to enjoy delicious dishes made using your leftover baked potatoes.