Description
Make ultra-crispy air fryer gnocchi in just 15 minutes. Golden outside, fluffy inside—perfect as a snack, side, or crunchy salad topper. This dish uses fresh, frozen, or shelf-stable gnocchi.
Ingredients
- 1 pound potato gnocchi (shelf-stable, refrigerated, or frozen)
- 1½ tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for serving)
- Marinara sauce or pesto for dipping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 390°F. Lightly spray the basket with olive oil.
- In a large bowl, toss the gnocchi with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese until everything coats evenly.
- Place the seasoned gnocchi in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the basket.
- Air fry for 11–14 minutes. Shake the basket halfway through cooking. Cook for 13–16 minutes if using frozen gnocchi. The gnocchi should be golden brown and crisp.
- Move the gnocchi to a bowl. Sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve warm with marinara sauce or pesto if desired.
Notes
- Serve this dish right away for the best crispiness.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 350°F for 4–6 minutes.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American