Description
Crispiest Air Fryer Gnocchi: Perfectly cooked potato gnocchi tossed in olive oil and herbs, air-fried to golden perfection. Quick, easy, and irresistible!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz (450g) shelf-stable potato gnocchi
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil or olive oil spray
- ½ teaspoon (2g) garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon (2g) Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon (1g) salt
- ¼ teaspoon (1g) black pepper
- ¼ cup (25g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons (8g) fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (195°C) for 3 minutes. This preheating step is essential for achieving that immediate sear that leads to the crispiest air fryer gnocchi.
- Step 2: While the air fryer preheats, place the gnocchi in a medium bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss gently to coat each piece evenly. If using spray oil instead, lightly mist the gnocchi while tossing to ensure complete coverage.
- Step 3: Add the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the gnocchi. Toss again until each piece is evenly coated with the seasonings. The oil helps the seasonings adhere to the surface, creating a flavorful crust when air fried.
- Step 4: Transfer the seasoned gnocchi to the preheated air fryer basket, arranging them in a single layer with space between each piece. Don’t worry if you can’t fit all the gnocchi – it’s better to cook in batches than to crowd the basket.
- Step 5: Cook for 10-12 minutes total, shaking the basket at the 5-minute mark and again with 2 minutes remaining. The gnocchi should be golden brown and crispy on the outside. If you prefer extra crispiness, add 1-2 minutes to the cooking time.
- Step 6: Once finished, immediately transfer the crispiest air fryer gnocchi to a serving dish. The gnocchi will continue to crisp slightly as they cool. Sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese while still hot so it slightly melts over the gnocchi.
- Step 7: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and fresh flavor. Serve immediately for the optimal crispy texture, either as a snack with dipping sauce or as part of a complete meal.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air frying
- Cuisine: Americaine
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220 calories per serving
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Crispiest Air Fryer Gnocchi