Crispy Smashed Potatoes is made with baby potatoes, olive oil, garlic powder, butter; air fry at 400°F for 25 minutes to serve 4. 200 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Equipment
Steps
- 1
Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain well.
- 2
Place on a cutting board and smash each potato flat with the bottom of a glass or mug — about 1/2 inch thick.
- 3
Brush both sides with olive oil. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- 4
Air fry at 400°F for 15-20 minutes, flipping once, until edges are deeply golden and crispy.
- 5
Top with melted butter, fresh herbs, and Parmesan. Serve with sour cream.
Tip: The flatter you smash them, the crispier they get. Don't worry if they break apart a bit — the ragged edges are the best part. Make sure they're fully dry before oiling.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 25 minutes vs ~40 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🫒Uses up to 80% less oil than deep frying, bringing this down to 200 calories per serving.
- ✨Achieves the same golden, crispy texture without submerging food in oil.
How did it turn out?
Share your result and inspire others
Frequently Asked Questions
Cook Crispy Smashed Potatoes at 400°F for 25 minutes. The flatter you smash them, the crispier they get. Don't worry if they break apart a bit — the ragged edges are the best part. Make sure they're fully dry before oiling.
You need: 1.5 lbs baby potatoes (Yukon Gold or red), 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 2 tbsp butter, melted (or olive oil for vegan), Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, or chives), Grated Parmesan (optional), Sour cream for dipping. This recipe serves 4 with 200 calories per serving.
Crispy Smashed Potatoes takes 25 minutes total at 400°F. Top with melted butter, fresh herbs, and Parmesan. Serve with sour cream.
This recipe is rated Easy. It serves 4 and takes just 25 minutes at 400°F.
Liked this recipe? There's more.
Get new recipes straight to your inbox.
More Veggies
Stuffed Portobello Caps
Stuffed Portobello Caps are made with portobello mushrooms, goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and panko; air fry at 375°F for 18 minutes until tender with a golden crust.
Gochujang Cauliflower Bites
Gochujang Cauliflower Bites combine cauliflower florets, gochujang, honey, and soy sauce; air fry at 400°F for 22 minutes until crispy with a spicy-sweet glaze.
Honey Balsamic Roasted Beets
Honey Balsamic Roasted Beets combine beets, balsamic vinegar, honey, and goat cheese; air fry at 380°F for 30 minutes until caramelized and fork-tender.