Air Fryer Gnocchi is made with shelf-stable or refrigerated gnocchi, olive oil, Marinara sauce and fresh mozzarella, Pesto and cherry tomatoes; air fry at 400°F for 10 minutes to serve 4. 280 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Equipment
Steps
- 1
Toss gnocchi with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- 2
Air fry at 400°F for 8-10 minutes, shaking every 3 minutes, until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- 3
The gnocchi should be crunchy outside and pillowy inside.
- 4
Toss with your choice of sauce — marinara, pesto, or brown butter.
- 5
Top with Parmesan and serve immediately.
Tip: Use shelf-stable (vacuum-packed) gnocchi, not frozen — they crisp up best. Don't skip the oil or they stick together. The shaking is important to crisp all sides evenly. These are addictively crispy and taste nothing like boiled gnocchi.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 10 minutes vs ~16 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🔥Rapid air circulation delivers oven-quality results in a fraction of the time.
- ⚡Uses significantly less energy than heating a full-size oven for a single batch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cook Air Fryer Gnocchi at 400°F for 10 minutes. Use shelf-stable (vacuum-packed) gnocchi, not frozen — they crisp up best. Don't skip the oil or they stick together. The shaking is important to crisp all sides evenly. These are addictively crispy and taste nothing like boiled gnocchi.
You need: 1 lb shelf-stable or refrigerated gnocchi (not frozen), 2 tbsp olive oil, Salt and pepper, Marinara sauce and fresh mozzarella, Pesto and cherry tomatoes, Brown butter and sage, Parmesan and truffle oil. This recipe serves 4 with 280 calories per serving.
Air Fryer Gnocchi takes 10 minutes total at 400°F. Top with Parmesan and serve immediately.
This recipe is rated Easy. It serves 4 and takes just 10 minutes at 400°F.
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