🥔 Crispy Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes
⭐ Why these slap
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Crispy edges, fluffy inside
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Fancy-looking but secretly easy
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Perfect as a side or snack
🧾 Ingredients (serves 3–4)
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8–10 small to medium Yukon Gold or baby potatoes
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2 tbsp olive oil (or melted butter)
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp paprika (smoked if you have it)
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Optional toppings:
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Fresh parsley or chives
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Grated parmesan
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Garlic butter
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Sour cream or aioli for dipping
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🔪 How to Make Hasselback Potatoes (Air Fryer)
1. Prep the potatoes
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Wash and dry the potatoes.
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Slice thin slits across each potato without cutting all the way through.
👉 Pro tip: Place the potato between two chopsticks or wooden spoons so the knife doesn’t go all the way down.
2. Season
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In a bowl, mix olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
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Brush or rub the mixture all over the potatoes, making sure it gets into the slices.
3. Air fry – round 1
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Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
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Place potatoes in the basket (don’t overcrowd).
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Air fry for 15 minutes.
4. Fan & finish
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Carefully remove and gently fan the slices open with a fork.
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Brush with more oil or butter if needed.
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Air fry another 8–12 minutes until deeply golden and crispy.
5. Final touch
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Sprinkle with parmesan and herbs.
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Serve hot 🔥
❓ Q & A (Everything People Ask)
Q: What potatoes work best?
A: Yukon Golds or baby potatoes. Russets work too but get extra crispy and a bit drier inside.
Q: Do I need to soak the potatoes?
A: Nope! Since they’re whole, soaking isn’t necessary. Just wash and dry well.
Q: How do I stop them from burning?
A:
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Use medium heat (375°F, not higher)
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Brush oil evenly
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If they brown too fast, lower temp to 360°F for the last few minutes
Q: Can I make them extra crispy?
A: Yes 😏
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Use butter and oil
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Add parmesan halfway through cooking
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Finish with 1–2 minutes at 400°F
Q: Can I make these ahead?
A: You can slice and season ahead, but cook fresh for best crunch. Reheat in air fryer at 350°F for 4–5 minutes.
Q: Are these good for kids?
A: 100%. You can skip paprika and go simple with butter + salt if needed.
Q: Can I add cheese?
A: Absolutely. Add shredded cheese during the last 2–3 minutes so it melts without burning.
🔥 Flavor Variations
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Garlic Parmesan: Butter + garlic + parm
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Spicy: Chili flakes + smoked paprika
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Herb: Rosemary, thyme, and butter
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Loaded: Cheese, sour cream, green onions.