Name: Air Fryer Gnocchi
Prep time: 3 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 13 min
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)

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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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Basket with seasoned, crispy air-fried gnocchi served with marinara on the side.

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 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!

Notes on Ingredients and Equipment

Ingredients for air fryer gnocchi labeled on counter.

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. I have tried this recipe using sweet potato Gnocchi and cauliflower gnocchi with great results as well.
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 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.

Bowl with potato gnocchi seasoned with olive oil, garlic powder, parmesan, and oregano.

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 to 10 minutes depending on if you used fresh or frozen gnocchi.

Crispy Air Fried Gnocchi in basket after air frying.

Serve with Sauce

Serve the air-fried gnocchi warm with marinara sauce, pizza sauce, or spaghetti sauce for a classic pairing. This appetizer is also fabulous served with olive oil bread dip or fondue.

Crispy air-fried gnocchi being dipped into marinara sauce.

Storage Tips

Air Fried Gnocchi is best served immediately after preparation, so that it stays nice and crispy. Leftovers? Toss them with warm pasta sauce or or gently reheat them in the air fryer.

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Basket lined with checkered paper filled with Italian seasoned, crispy air-fried gnocchi served with marinara on the side.

Air Fryer Gnocchi

Crispy, crunchy, and irresistibly seasoned, Air Fryer Gnocchi makes an easy snack or appetizer that is incredibly easy to make. This recipe works using fresh or frozen potato gnocchi, sweet potato gnocchi, or cauliflower gnocchi.

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Prep Time: 3

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 13

Servings:

Calories: 140kcal

Author: Kristen Chidsey

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

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Instructions

If needed per your model, preheat the Air Fryer to 380℉.
In a mixing bowl, toss the gnocchi with 2 teaspoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon oregano, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese, and a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired.
Place the seasoned gnocchi in a single layer in the basket or tray of the air fryer, working in batches if needed. Air fry at 380℉ 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.

Equipment Needed

Air Fryer

Notes

Gnocchi: Use fresh or frozen potato gnocchi, cauliflower gnocchi, or sweet potato gnocchi. If using dried gnocchi, it need to be cooked according to package directions and then cooled before seasoning and air-frying for best results.

Oil: Feel free to decrease the oil to 1 teaspoon, but the oil does work better than olive oil cooking spray for this recipe.

Storage: Air-fried gnocchi is best served immediately after preparing. If you happen to have leftovers, store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat it at 350℉ for 3-5 minutes just to warm through, or toss with warm pasta sauce and serve.

Nutrition

Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine American, Italian

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