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    Home » Dinner » Side Dishes

    Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes

    Published: Sep 11, 2023 by Tiffany · This post may contain affiliate links · 3 Comments.

     

     

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    These crispy air fryer Hasselback potatoes are incredibly buttery and tender on the inside, and the skins are cooked to crispy perfection. You may never go back to making a regular baked potato again after you’ve tried these. 

    These air fried potatoes are the perfect side dish. Top them however you like, from a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of grated cheese, some fresh chives, or a dash of spices like Italian seasoning or your favorite seasoning blend.

    The next time you’re looking for a quick weeknight side or meal that’s full of flavor, try these easy recipe.   They're perfect for family dinners!

    Crispy air fried hasselback potatoes served on a white plate.

    These perfectly crispy potatoes make an amazing side dish for burgers, steak, or with my instant pot pulled BBQ chicken or even with a bowl of vegan broccoli cheddar soup.

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    • Why You’ll Love Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes
    • Ingredient Notes
    • Substitutions & Variations
    • How to Cut Hasselback Potatoes
    • How to Make Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes
    • Expert Tip
    • Storage
    • Recipe FAQs
    • More delicious side dish recipes to consider:
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    Why You’ll Love Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes

    • Customizable - You can switch up the herbs or spices to create different flavor profiles. 
    • Easy - There’s not a ton of prep time, and the air fryer does most of the work! 
    • Allergen-free - These potatoes are gluten-free and do not contain any major allergens. And they’re vegan, too!

    Ingredient Notes

    Just a few simple ingredients are needed for this recipe.  You probably already have everything in your kitchen.

    Ingredients for hasselback potatoes on a white marble table.
    • Russet potatoes - Russets are ideal for hasselback potatoes because they are one of the starchier varieties of potatoes. They also get a nice crispy skin when cooked. Be sure to choose potatoes that are large enough to slice Hasselback style, but not too large otherwise the cook time will need to be extended.
    • Vegan butter - The melted butter mixes with the olive oil for a base that helps to evenly distribute the spices.  If you're not dairy free or vegan, use unsalted butter in the same measure.
    • Olive oil - Olive oil helps the skin to crisp.
    • Kosher salt - Salt brings out the flavor of the other spices.
    • Garlic powder - This powder adds just a bit of garlicky flavor to the skin of the potatoes.
    • Black pepper - Pepper adds a bit of gentle heat. 
    • Red pepper flakes - Crushed red pepper adds a little more spiciness.

    See recipe card for full ingredient list and quantities.

    Substitutions & Variations

    • Potatoes - Other varieties of potatoes that work well for this recipe are Yukon Gold potatoes and red potatoes. You can even try using sweet potatoes
    • Not Dairy Free - Use unsalted dairy butter in place of vegan butter.  The measurement is the same.
    • Heat - For a spicy upgrade, add more red pepper flakes or sprinkle in some cayenne pepper powder. 
    • Cheesy - When the potatoes have finished cooking, open the air fryer and place slices of cheese or sprinkle Parmesan cheese between each potato slice.  Close the air fryer and allow to sit until the cheese has melted.  

    How to Cut Hasselback Potatoes

    Cutting a Hasselback potato is a little tricky, but with care you can do it.  You will need a very sharp knife as well as a pair of chopsticks or something of similar thickness, like a wooden spoon handle.

    A russet potato lying on a cutting board flanked on either side by a chopstick.

    STEP 1: Place your washed potato on a cutting board.  Place chopsticks on either side of the potato.  The chopstick will act as a stop to keep you from cutting through the bottom of the potato.

    Three hasselback sliced russet potatoes on a wood cutting board.

    STEP 2: Use a sharp knife to cut off the ends of the potatoes.  This will help the slices spread apart when cooking.  Then cut the potato into thin slices, leaving the bottom of the potato connected.

    How to Make Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes

    Three russet potatoes submerged in a large bowl full of water.

    STEP 1: Once the potatoes have been sliced, placed them in a large bowl and cover with cold water.  Allow them to sit for 30 minutes.

    Three russet potatoes being dried with a kitchen towel.

    STEP 2: Remove the potatoes from the water and pat them dry with a clean towel.

    A small white bowl with spices, salt, olive oil and melted butter.

    STEP 3: Combine the olive oil, melted butter, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl.  Mix well.

    A silicone brush being used to brush the seasoned oil mixture in between slices of potato.

    STEP 4: Use a pastry brush to coat the tops of the potatoes with the seasoned oil mixture.  Then brush the oil between the potato slices. Reserve about ¼ of the oil mixture to add later.

    Seasoned hasselback potatoes added to the basket of an air fryer.

    STEP 5: Place potatoes in the basket of your air fryer.  Leave enough space for the air to circulate around the potatoes. When you receive the rotate notice on your air fryer, open the basket and apply any remaining seasoned oil to the potatoes then return to cooking.

    Expert Tip

    Cooking time will vary depending on the size of potatoes you use.  To check for done, poke the center layers with a fork to make sure they are tender.

    Three cooked hasselback potatoes inside an air fryer basket.

    Storage

    Store leftover potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

    Recipe FAQs

    Should potatoes be soaked before air frying?

    Yes, potatoes benefit from being soaked before cooking. The water helps to pull out the starch, which yields crispier results when they are cooked. 

    Are potatoes better in an oven or air fryer?

    Because of the small space and the convection fan, hot air is able to reach all sides of the potato in an air fryer, so they turn out far crispier than if cooked in an oven. 

    Why are potatoes soggy in air fryer?

    If you do not leave enough space in between potatoes in the air fryer basket, the hot air cannot get to the skins, which can result in soggy potatoes. If you want your air fried potatoes to turn out crispy, be sure to place them in a single layer with plenty of room in between each of them.

    Can I put raw potatoes in the air fryer?

    You absolutely can put raw potatoes in the air fryer! Just be sure to soak them ahead of time for the best results.

    Three air fried hasselback potatoes topped with chopped parsley on a white plate.

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    Recipe

    Three air fried hasselback potatoes served on a white plate.

    Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes

    These simple air fryer hasselback potatoes are incredibly buttery and tender on the inside, and the skins are cooked to crispy perfection.
    Author: Tiffany
    5 from 12 votes
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    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 35 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour hour 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 232kcal
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    Equipment

    • Air Fryer

    Ingredients

    • 3-4 Russet Potatoes medium size
    • 2 Tablespoons Vegan Butter melted
    • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
    • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
    • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
    • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
    • ¼ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
    • Parsley optional for garnish

    Instructions

    • Wash your potatoes and slice a little off of each end.
      3-4 Russet Potatoes
    • Place your potato between two chopsticks and use a sharp knife to cut thin slices, leaving about ¼ inch of potato uncut at the bottom.
    • Place the sliced potatoes into a bowl of cold water and let them sit for 30 minutes.
    • Remove the potatoes from the water and pat them dry with a towel.
    • Combine the butter, olive oil, salt, garlic powder, black pepper and red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Brush ¾ of the oil mixture over the outside of the potatoes and brush some between each slice.
      2 Tablespoons Vegan Butter, 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt, 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder, ½ teaspoon Black Pepper, ¼ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
    • Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees and set for 35 minutes.
    • Place the potatoes in the air fryer. Leave ample space between the potatoes.
    • At the halfway mark brush the potatoes with the remaining oil mixture.
    • Use a fork to check that the potatoes are tender in the center. If not, continue cooking until they’re done. Larger potatoes may take extra time to cook through.
    • Remove the cooked potatoes from the air fryer, garnish with parsley if using, and serve.
      Parsley

    Notes

    STORAGE: Store leftover potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
    Calories: 232kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 637mg | Potassium: 683mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 307IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Tiffany

    Tiffany is the recipe developer, stylist and food photographer behind Well Fed Baker. As a lifelong baker who had to go gluten free and dairy free in 2016, Tiffany strives to share allergen friendly recipes that never feel like they are free from anything.

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    Comments

    1. Sheila says

      July 03, 2024 at 7:50 pm

      5 stars
      This was so good my husband said we will definitely be making this again.

      Reply
    2. Karina says

      September 12, 2023 at 12:22 pm

      5 stars
      This look so perfect crispy and buttery. It will make the perfect side dish even for weeknight dinner. Great idea to add some red pepper flakes. Can't wait to make it.

      Reply
    3. Natalie says

      September 12, 2023 at 12:04 pm

      5 stars
      These look like they crisp up so nicely in the air fryer! I’ve made them in the oven before but this would be so convenient. These potatoes will be the perfect side dish for our dinner tonight.

      Reply
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