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Crispy, crunchy, and irresistibly seasoned, Air Fryer Gnocchi makes an easy snack or appetizer that is incredibly easy to make.
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Irresistibly Crispy Air Fryer Gnocchi
My daughter is obsessed with gnocchi. Whether served with a rich Bolognese sauce, slathered with homemade spaghetti sauce, or featured in Instant Pot chicken gnocchi soup, she can't get enough!
And how can you blame her?! Gnocchi is like a cross between a dumpling and pasta and is soft, fluffy, and simply delicious however you serve it. But crispy gnocchi, as a snack? Hmm...
We were inspired to try air-frying, after seeing people raving over pasta chips (cooked pasta that is seasoned and then baked or fried until crispy.) I mean, gnocchi for dinner is delicious. Gnocchi as a crispy, crunchy snack seemed like a genius idea.
And let me tell you, it works! Flavored with parmesan, oregano, and garlic and air-fried until crispy on the outside and crunchy on the inside. WOW! Air-fried gnocchi turns out to be one easy, delicious snack!
Happy Cooking! xo Kristen
Recipe Highlights
Notes on Ingredients and Equipment
- Gnocchi: Use fresh or frozen potato gnocchi for best results. Dried potato gnocchi works as well, but it needs to be cooked and cooled prior to air-frying to achieve the best texture. I have tried this recipe using sweet potato Gnocchi and cauliflower gnocchi with delicious results.
- Olive Oil: For best results, you will need to use a tiny bit of extra virgin olive oil rather than simply using an olive oil cooking spray.
- Parmesan Cheese: Use grated parmesan cheese to season the gnocchi before air frying it. If desired, freshly grate parmesan over the gnocchi after air-frying it.
- Seasonings: Salt, garlic powder, and oregano are my seasonings of choice. Feel free to use Italian seasoning in place of the oregano and/or add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for a heat.
How to Make Crispy Air Fryer Gnocchi
The following tips are provided to help you achieve perfect results. You will find the ingredient quantities and detailed instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Season Gnocchi. Toss your fresh or frozen gnocchi (no need to defrost!) with oil, parmesan, and seasonings.
- Air Fry Gnocchi. Place the seasoned gnocchi in single layer (it is okay if there is a bit of overlap) in your tray or basket of the air fryer. Air-fry for 5 minutes and shake. Continue to air-fry, shaking every 2 minutes, until crispy and browned. This is anywhere from 5 minutes for fresh gnocchi to 10 minutes for frozen gnocchi.
- Serve with Sauce. Serve the air-fried gnocchi warm with marinara sauce, pizza sauce, or spaghetti sauce for a classic pairing. My personal favorite is serving gnocchi with olive oil bread dip, but fondue is delicious as well.
Kristen's Tip
Leftover Air Fryer Gnocchi?
Air Fried Gnocchi is best served immediately after preparation, so that it stays nice and crispy. If you happen to have leftovers, I recommend gently reheating them in the air fryer.
More Favorite Air Fryer Recipes
- Air Fryer Baked Potato
- Air Fryer Shrimp
- Air Fryer French Bread Pizza
- Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan
- Air Fryer French Fries
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Air Fryer Gnocchi
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Ingredients
- 16 ounces fresh or frozen gnocchi, see recipe notes for details
- 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon oregano, or Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
- 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
- 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
- If needed per your model, preheat the Air Fryer to 380℉ (195℃).
- In a mixing bowl, toss fresh or frozen gnocchi with 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese, and 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes.
- Place the seasoned gnocchi in a single layer in the basket or tray of the air fryer, working in batches if needed--it is okay if there is a little bit of overlap. Air fry at 380℉ (195℃) for 5 minutes, shake the basket and continue to air fry until the gnocchi is golden brown, shaking the basket every 2-3 minutes. This will be for 3-5 minutes for fresh gnocchi and 7-10 minutes for frozen gnocchi.
- Serve with marinara or pizza sauce on the side.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
The simplicity of the ingredients really lets the flavors shine through!
I added an extra sprinkle of pepper flakes for an a little more kick, and it was fantastic!
Thanks for sharing, Wilhelmina!
I'm really into air fryer recipes lately and this was so fun and unique. My kids loved them and so did I!
Wonderful! Thank you for sharing.
We used the refrigerated gnocchi and dipped them in ranch dressing. So good! I can't wait to get to the store to make them again.
Thank you so much for sharing, June! I hope you enjoy many more times.