The Ultimate Crispy Garlic Parmesan Air Fryer Gnocchi
Create perfectly crispy air fryer gnocchi that are golden brown outside and soft inside. This easy recipe uses simple seasonings for a flavorful snack, appetizer, or quick side dish ready in minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 12 min
- Total Time: 17 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (16 ounce) package shelf-stable or refrigerated gnocchi
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Place the gnocchi in a medium bowl. If using refrigerated gnocchi, ensure they are dry. If using frozen, do not thaw them first.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the gnocchi and toss gently to coat them evenly.
- In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle this seasoning mix over the oiled gnocchi and toss again until the seasoning adheres.
- Preheat your air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit (195 degrees Celsius).
- Place the seasoned gnocchi in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding, which prevents crisping.
- Air fry for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time, until the gnocchi are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Remove the crispy gnocchi from the air fryer and immediately transfer them to a clean bowl.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the hot gnocchi and toss quickly so the cheese melts slightly onto the warm surface.
- Serve immediately as a snack, appetizer, or side dish.
Notes
- You can substitute the seasoning with Italian seasoning or a pinch of dried oregano for a different flavor profile.
- For an extra layer of flavor, toss the finished gnocchi with 1 teaspoon of melted butter before adding the Parmesan.
- Serve these potato bites with marinara sauce or pesto for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 5