Crispy Air Fryer Smashed Potato

There’s something ridiculously satisfying about biting into a crispy-on-the-outside, fluffy-on-the-inside potato and that’s exactly what these air fryer smashed potatoes deliver. They’re golden, crunchy, and packed with flavor without needing deep frying or tons of oil. Whether it’s for a quick snack, a side dish for dinner, or something to munch on while watching a show, these smashed potatoes hit the spot every time.

Crispy Air Fryer Smashed Potato

Recipe by Heizo

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Servings

4

servings

Prep time

5

minutes

Cooking time

30

minutes

Calories

300

kcal

Ingredients

• 500 grams 500 small potatoes or potato marbles

• 2 tablespoon 2 olive oil

• 1 teaspoon 1 black pepper

• 1 teaspoon 1 salt

• 1/4 cup 1/4 mozzarella cheese

Directions

• Set the air fryer to 200°C (400°F) and let it preheat for a few minutes.
• In a bowl, toss the potato marbles with olive oil, salt and pepper until evenly coated.
• Place them in the basket in a single layer and air fry for 15–20 minutes, shaking halfway through, until they’re soft enough to press but not fully crisp.
• Once softened, transfer the potatoes to a flat surface. Gently press each one with the bottom of a glass until lightly flattened.
• Return the smashed potatoes to the air fryer and cook for another 10–12 minutes or until golden and crispy on the edges.
• Top each with shredded mozzarella and air fry for another 2–3 minutes — just until the cheese melts beautifully.

Notes

• Adjust time and temp: Note that air fryer models vary, and some may require or lower or higher cooking times and temperatures. If your bites aren’t browning well, add a couple of minutes.
• 
  Do not overcrowd: Arrange them in a single layer with enough space in between to allow even airflow.

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Estimated Nutrition

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