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Air fryer hasselback potatoes are a tasty side dish that is air fried to a crispy perfection. Perfectly cooked potato on the inside and crispy edges make this one of my favorite ways to make this delicious side dish.
Why I Love This Recipe
Hasselback potatoes are made with medium-sized baking potatoes, typically medium Russet potatoes.
To create the hasselback potato, you slice the tops of the potatoes with the skin on in ¼” sections to make accordion potatoes. Add your favorite seasonings, and bake! You can even add different toppings to make this more of a meal on it’s own and serve it as a main dish.
Hasselback potatoes are like the ultimate fusion of creamy and crispy, and the air fryer makes them even better! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting your air-frying journey, you’ll want to try this mouthwatering recipe.
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Table of Contents
You only need to have a few ingredients to make this recipe.
It’s our new favorite side dish! Check out these easy step by step instructions below.
Ingredients
- olive oil
- salt
- black pepper
- garlic powder
- parmesan cheese
- fresh parsley
How to Make Hasselback Potatoes in the Air Fryer
Step 1
Preheat Air Fryer to 350 degrees. Prepare the Air Fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray, olive oil spray, or parchment paper.
Step 2
Slice the potatoes into ¼” sections, making thin slices, but be careful not to cut all the way through the potato.
Step 3
Add olive oil and seasoning to a small bowl and mix well until combined.
Step 4
Use a pastry brush and brush half of the mixture onto the potato slices.
Step 5
Place potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
Step 6
Bake the potatoes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 20 minutes. Open the basket, brush the remainder of the mixture to the potatoes and continue to cook for an additional 20 minutes.
Step 7
Remove from the Air Fryer and sprinkle parmesan cheese and fresh parsley before serving.
Tips
- When slicing the potatoes, use a cutting board and two chopsticks. I place the chopsticks down on the cutting board and then cut the potato, stopping at the chopstick before hitting the cutting board. It helps get those thin slices and not cut all the way through the potato.
- I use a Cosori Dual Blaze air fryer, so I never have to flip my potatoes during the cooking process.
- Add toppings to change up the flavors and make them different each time.
Variations
- Potatoes. Use different potatoes! We love to use Russet, but you can also use Yukon gold, red potatoes, or even sweet potatoes.
- Butter. Use olive oil or substitute melted butter for a richer-tasting hasselback potato.
- Flavors. I love to use a mixture of seasonings, but you can change things up with different flavors such as Italian seasoning or adding garlic butter.
- Toppings. Use different toppings to change up the flavors and texture. Consider toppings such as a dollop of sour cream, bacon bits, fresh herbs, fresh chives, or slices of cheese.
Storage and Reheating
- Storage. Store any leftover hasselback potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheating. Reheat hasselback potatoes in the air fryer at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 4-5 minutes, or until fully heated through.
FAQs
One of the easiest ways to make sure you don’t cut completely through the potato is by using chopsticks on either side of the potato. Slice down to the chopstick and it will serve as the stopping point, keeping you from cutting slices completely through. You can also purchase a Hasselback cutter, there are several different things to make cutting Hasselback potatoes easier than ever!
Hasselback potatoes are a type of baked or roasted potato dish where the potato is sliced thinly but not all the way through, creating a fan-like appearance. They are known for their crispy outer layers and tender insides.
The name “Hasselback” is derived from the Hasselbacken Restaurant in Stockholm, Sweden, where this potato dish was first created. It’s also sometimes called “accordion potatoes” due to their appearance.
No, you don’t need to peel the potatoes for Hasselback Potatoes. In fact, leaving the skin on can add extra texture and flavor.
Common seasonings include olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Toppings can vary from herbs like rosemary or thyme to grated cheese, breadcrumbs, or even bacon bits. You can get creative with your seasonings and toppings to suit your taste.
Cooking times and temperatures can vary depending on the size of the potatoes and your cooking method. In a conventional oven, they are typically cooked at 425°F (220°C) for about 45 minutes to an hour. In an air fryer, it may take around 30-35 minutes at 375°F (190°C).
Yes, you can prepare the potatoes in advance by slicing them and storing them in a bowl of water to prevent browning. Then, when you’re ready to cook, just pat them dry and proceed with the seasoning and cooking process.
I hope you enjoyed this recipe! This unique baked potato makes the perfect side dish. We love it and it’s always one of our favorite sides to make in the Air Fryer. The best part, there are rarely any leftovers!
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Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 4 tbsp olive oil , extra virgin
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp parmesan cheese, optional
- 1 tbsp parsley, chopped, fresh, optional
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer to 350 degrees. Prepare the Air Fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray, olive oil spray, or parchment paper.
- Slice the potatoes into 1/4" sections, careful not to cut all the way through the potato.
- Add olive oil and seasoning to a small bowl and mix well until combined.
- Use a pastry brush and brush half of the mixture onto the potatoes.
- Bake the potatoes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 20 minutes. Open the basket and brush the remainder of the mixture to the potatoes and continue to cook for an additional 20 minutes.
- Remove from the Air Fryer and sprinkle parmesan cheese and fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Added cheese between every other slice, did the 350 then 400. Sour cream and bam best air fryer potatoes. Thanks for the ideas and recipe.
Great recipe. I changed it up a bit and did 20 min on 350 and 20 min on 400 to make my skin a bit more crispy.
Glad you liked it! I love the change, thanks for sharing. 🙂