Use the specified 8 × 4-inch loaf pan or an air-fryer-safe rectangular dish that fits your basket. Press the mixture into an even layer.

How many bars does this make?

The recipe lists six servings. Cut the cooled mixture into 6–8 bars; a bar count is different from a serving count.

When should I slice the bars?

Let them cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing. Allow time to microwave, cool and mash the sweet potato before mixing.

What does the estimated total include?

The estimated 38 minutes combines 10 minutes of preparation, up to 18 minutes of air frying and 10 minutes of cooling. Allow extra time if the sweet potato needs longer to cook or cool.

Air Fryer Sweet Potato and Black Bean Breakfast Bars

Name: Air Fryer Sweet Potato and Black Bean Breakfast Bars
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 38 min
Yield: 6 servings (6–8 cut bars)
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 medium sweet potato (about 1 cup mashed); 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed; 2 large eggs; 1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper; 1/4 cup finely diced red onion; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/3 cup gluten-free rolled oats; 1/4 cup almond flour; 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional); 1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing)

By AirFryFeast Editorial TeamPublished Apr 6, 2026 | Updated Oct 3, 2026

Mashed sweet potato, black beans, eggs and oats form these savory bars, cooked in an 8 × 4-inch loaf pan in the air fryer. The estimated 38 minutes includes 10 minutes of cooling before slicing into 6–8 bars.

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Air fryerAmericanEasyAir Fryer Friendly

Prep Time10 mins

Cook Time18 mins

Total Time38 mins

Servings6

Temperature350°F / 175°C

Ingredients

Servings6

1 medium sweet potato (about 1 cup mashed)
1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
2 large eggs
1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1/4 cup finely diced red onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 cup gluten-free rolled oats
1/4 cup almond flour
2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing)

Instructions

Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes.
Pierce the sweet potato several times with a fork and microwave on high for 4–5 minutes until soft. Let it cool slightly, then peel and mash in a medium bowl.
In a food processor, pulse the black beans until mostly smooth but still slightly chunky for texture.
Add the mashed sweet potato and black beans to a large mixing bowl.
Add the eggs, finely chopped red bell pepper, diced red onion, and minced garlic to the bowl. Stir to combine evenly.
Mix in the gluten-free rolled oats, almond flour, nutritional yeast, cumin, smoked paprika, black pepper, and sea salt. Stir well until the mixture holds together and is slightly sticky.
Fold in chopped fresh cilantro if using, for added freshness and color.
Line an 8x4-inch loaf pan or an air fryer-safe rectangular baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Press the mixture firmly into the pan in an even layer, about 1 inch thick.
Place the pan carefully into the preheated air fryer basket.
Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 15–18 minutes or until the edges turn golden and the bars feel set to the touch.
Remove the pan from the air fryer and let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing into 6–8 bars.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Refrigerate leftover bars promptly in a covered container and use within 3 days. Reheat only the portion needed until hot throughout.

Recipe guidance

Press the mixture evenly into the prepared loaf pan. Allow the 10-minute cooling period before cutting; loose pieces in the air fryer basket are not the method for these bars.

Storage

Refrigerate leftover bars promptly in a covered container and use within 3 days. Reheat only the portion needed until hot throughout.

FAQ

What pan is used?: Use the specified 8 × 4-inch loaf pan or an air-fryer-safe rectangular dish that fits your basket. Press the mixture into an even layer.
How many bars does this make?: The recipe lists six servings. Cut the cooled mixture into 6–8 bars; a bar count is different from a serving count.
When should I slice the bars?: Let them cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing. Allow time to microwave, cool and mash the sweet potato before mixing.
What does the estimated total include?: The estimated 38 minutes combines 10 minutes of preparation, up to 18 minutes of air frying and 10 minutes of cooling. Allow extra time if the sweet potato needs longer to cook or cool.