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Air Fryer Gnocchi

By Karly Campbell on May 18, 2023 | Updated May 18, 2023 | 6 Comments

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Air fryer gnocchi has a crisp skin and a wonderful fluffy center.  Add some alfredo dip for amazing taste and texture combined!Air fryer gnocchi has a crisp skin and a wonderful fluffy center.  Add some alfredo dip for amazing taste and texture combined!Air fryer gnocchi has a crisp skin and a wonderful fluffy center.  Add some alfredo dip for amazing taste and texture combined!

Air fryer gnocchi – the perfect combination of Italian tradition and modern technology. We love this crispy ‘fried’ gnocchi as an appetizer or side dish, especially when you dip it in marinara or Alfredo sauce! The best part is, you don’t even need to boil your gnocchi first!

Close up of gnocchi in a square bowl.
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Attention! Attention! You no longer have to boil your gnocchi on the stove top! <— I’m not sure why but waiting for a pot of water to boil is my least favorite kitchen task.

Introducing air fryer gnocchi – the crispy, fluffy, and downright addictive way to enjoy this classic Italian dish. We’re obsessed!

With air fryer gnocchi, you get a tasty, crispy exterior that’s coated in seasonings and a pillowy soft interior. And the best part? You don’t have to worry about getting splattered with hot oil or cleaning up greasy messes. Just pop your gnocchi in the air fryer, sit back, and enjoy the magic. It is similar to a magic show but without a top hat. I mean, you COULD wear one while it cooks if you want?

We usually make more traditional dishes with gnocchi, tossing it in a creamy sauce or a tomato sauce, but this time around we seasoned the heck out of the gnocchi (hello, flavor town), fried it til crispy, and then served it with dip on the side. This makes a great appetizer, snack, or side dish!

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  • Ingredient Notes:
  • How to Make Air Fryer Gnocchi:
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  • Recipe Tips!
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  • Air Fryer Gnocchi
    • Equipment
    • Ingredients  1x2x3x
    • Instructions 
    • Notes
    • Nutrition
      • Did You Make This Recipe?

Ingredient Notes:

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Ingredients for air fryer gnocchi on a countertop.

Gnocchi – We use a pound of dry, shelf-stable gnocchi in this recipe. If a pound is too much or too little for your meal, then adjust the rest of the recipe accordingly.

Seasoning – To season the gnocchi, you will need to have olive oil, powdered parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and Italian seasoning.

You can serve this gnocchi up in whatever sauce you normally would, but we LOVE it with just a simple dip on the side. We usually do both marinara and Alfredo sauce. I’m highly partial to the creamy goodness of a simple homemade Alfredo sauce myself.

How to Make Air Fryer Gnocchi:

Collage of the steps of cooking gnocchi in an air fryer.
  • Seasoning – Add your oil, cheese, and seasonings to a bowl and stir to combine. They’ll be clumpy, but just stick with us.
  • Toss – Add the gnocchi to the bowl and toss it in your seasoning mixture to coat.
  • Air Fry – Spritz your air fryer basket with oil spray and add the gnocchi to the basket. Air fry for 10 minutes at 390 degrees F shaking the basket halfway through cooking.
An air fryer basket full of gnocchi.

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FAQ:

What is gnocchi?

The best description of gnocchi is that is a combination of pasta and potatoes. Gnocchi comes in a little ball shape that is made of mashed potatoes with some extra starch and other ingredients added to make little potato dumplings. It is usually soft like a thick noodle, but in the air fryer, the outside can be more firm and crisp.

Where is gnocchi at the grocery store?

Gnocchi can be found in most supermarkets in the pasta aisle. We’re using dry, shelf stable gnocchi in this recipe. You may find fresh gnocchi in the refrigerated section of your grocery store likely near dairy products.

What do you serve with air fryer gnocchi?

We often serve this as a side dish with steak, pork chops, or chicken. It also makes a great appetizer. Be sure to serve it with a sauce for dipping.

OVerhead view of gnocchi in front of two cups of dip.

Recipe Tips!

We like these to be a bit crispy on the outside, but the longer you cook them, the more they will dry out. 10 minutes seems to be just right for us, but continue cooking them until they are as browned and crisped as you’d like.

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Three pieces of gnocchi on a fork.
An air fryer basket full of gnocchi.

Air Fryer Gnocchi

Created by: Karly Campbell

Course Air Fryer Snacks, Main Course, Side Dishes
Cuisine American, Italian
Prep Time 3 minutes minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes minutes
Total Time 15 minutes minutes
4 people
Air fryer gnocchi – the perfect combination of Italian tradition and modern technology. Try this dish for an easy enhancement to any main dish you might be serving!
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Equipment

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound dry shelf-stable gnocchi
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons powdered Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup marinara or Alfredo sauce for dipping

Instructions
 

  • Add the oil, cheese, and seasonings to a large bowl and stir to combine.
  • Add the gnocchi to the bowl and toss to coat.
  • Arrange gnocchi in a greased air fryer basket and air fry at 390 degrees for 10 minutes or until as golden and crispy as you’d like, shaking the basket every 4-5 minutes.
  • Serve hot with warmed marinara or Alfredo sauce for dipping.

Notes

We like these to be a bit crispy on the outside, but the longer you cook them, the more they will dry out. 
You can use a jar of Alfredo sauce or make your own. Our homemade Alfredo sauce is beyond simple and tastes amazing!

Nutrition

Calories: 262kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 720mg | Potassium: 33mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 272IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 4mg

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  1. Mary says

    May 20, 2023

    Hi. I was wondering if the same applies to an airfryer oven?

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    • Karly says

      May 20, 2023

      Yes, it should work just fine. Keep an eye on them as they all cook differently.

      Reply
  2. Debs says

    May 18, 2023

    5 stars
    Looks delish, but your print link is broken. Can’t print, it rolls right back up to the top.

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    • Karly says

      May 19, 2023

      Oh, shoot! It’s working fine for me. Can you let me know what device and browser you’re using so I can test that?

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      • Debs says

        May 19, 2023

        5 stars
        It worked this morning! And making it tonight! Thank you for your quick response!

      • Karly says

        May 20, 2023

        Glad it’s working! Hope you loved the gnocchi! 🙂

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