Description
This Irresistible Air Fryer Gnocchi recipe transforms soft, pillowy gnocchi into crispy, golden bites in minutes — no boiling required. A quick, healthy, and fun way to enjoy gnocchi as a snack, side, or dinner!
Ingredients
For the gnocchi: 16–18 oz package of store-bought gnocchi (potato or sweet potato) 1 tablespoon olive oil ½ teaspoon garlic powder ½ teaspoon dried Italian herbs (optional) ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon black pepper Optional toppings: Freshly grated parmesan cheese Chopped fresh basil or parsley Crushed red pepper flakes Marinara or pesto for dipping
Instructions
1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes. 2. In a bowl, toss gnocchi with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. 3. Arrange gnocchi in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding. 4. Air fry at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden and crisp outside and soft inside. 5. Transfer to a serving dish, sprinkle with parmesan and herbs if desired, and serve with marinara, pesto, or enjoy plain.
Notes
• Use shelf-stable gnocchi for best texture. • Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket — cook in batches if needed. • Preheat the air fryer to ensure even cooking. • Sweet potato gnocchi makes a great variation with a subtle sweetness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 4 oz
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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