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Air Fryer Gnocchi

Crispy Air Fryer Gnocchi

This crispy air fryer gnocchi recipe transforms classic Italian dumplings into golden, crunchy bites in under 20 minutes — with 65% less fat than pan-frying. A healthier, mess-free way to enjoy gnocchi for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh herbs for garnish (basil, parsley, or rosemary)

Equipment

  • air fryer
  • mixing bowl
  • measuring spoons
  • silicone spatula
  • paper towels

Method
 

  1. Remove gnocchi from packaging and pat dry with paper towels. If frozen, thaw before using for best results.
  2. In a bowl, toss gnocchi with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Arrange gnocchi in a single layer, leaving space between pieces.
  4. Air fry for 5–6 minutes. Shake or flip, then cook another 5–6 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Transfer to a bowl, sprinkle with Parmesan while hot, and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 1.4mg

Notes

Use sweet potato or cauliflower gnocchi for extra nutrition. Swap Parmesan for nutritional yeast to keep it dairy-free. Avoid overcrowding the basket to keep gnocchi crisp. Meal prep tip: pre-season and refrigerate gnocchi up to 2 days ahead.

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