Description
This Crispiest Air Fryer Gnocchi recipe delivers perfectly golden and crispy gnocchi in just 15 minutes. Using an air fryer, you can enjoy a deliciously crunchy appetizer or side dish with minimal effort. Seasoned with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and freshly grated parmesan, this versatile dish can be made with regular, cauliflower, or sweet potato gnocchi, frozen or fresh.
Ingredients
Scale
Gnocchi
- 1 lb gnocchi (shelf-stable, refrigerated, or frozen; regular, cauliflower, or sweet potato)
Seasoning
- 1 – 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 – 3 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese
Optional Garnish
- Extra parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (approximately 200°C) and lightly grease the basket using olive oil spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Gnocchi: In a large mixing bowl, toss the gnocchi with 1 to 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and 2 to 3 tablespoons of freshly grated parmesan. There is no need to thaw frozen gnocchi before this step; toss them directly.
- Air Fry: Place the seasoned gnocchi in the preheated air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring pieces don’t overlap to allow even crisping. Air fry for about 10 to 12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking to ensure all sides become golden brown and crispy. Adjust time slightly depending on gnocchi type (frozen may take a bit longer).
- Serve: Once air-fried to a crispy golden texture, transfer the gnocchi to a serving dish. Garnish with additional parmesan and fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately as an appetizer, side dish, or salad topping.
Notes
- Do not thaw frozen gnocchi before air frying; cooking directly saves time and improves texture.
- Use just enough olive oil to coat the gnocchi lightly; too much oil can cause sogginess.
- Shaking or stirring the basket halfway through cooking ensures even crisping.
- For variation, try sprinkling different herbs like thyme or rosemary along with parmesan.
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your specific air fryer model and gnocchi brand.
