How long does it take for sweet potatoes to get tender?
How long it takes for sweet potatoes to get tender depends on their size, whether you’re cooking them whole or cubed, and also the cooking method you’re using. Boiling: Boiled Sweet Potatoes If you're boiling sweet potato cubes, they should be tender in about 20-25 minutes. Air Frying: Roasted Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes If you're using an air fryer, cook the sweet potatoes cubes in a preheated air fryer at 380°F for about 15 minutes, depending on the size of sweet potatoes you’re using. Baking: A whole baked sweet potato in a 425°F (220°C) oven will typically take between 45 minutes to an hour to become tender. Microwaving: If you're in a hurry, you can "bake" a sweet potato in the microwave in about 5-8 minutes, depending on the size of the potato and the power of your microwave. Always pierce the sweet potato with a fork a few times before cooking. Slow-Cooking: If you're using a slow cooker, a whole sweet potato can take between 2-4 hours on high or 6-8 hours on low to become tender.