Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes

Laura Lynch

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These Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes are so easy to make in the air fryer and they make a perfect side dish for your meal.

Why You’ll Love It

• You can cook these hasselback potatoes in the air fryer in just 30 minutes and they turn out so tender in the center, with a super crunchy exterior.
• The best part about potatoes is that they have two distinct textures that go so well together. The hasselback potato is the perfect way to serve potatoes because of that. They get soft and squishy on the inside, but really crispy on the outside.
• No special tools required to make these potatoes. All you really need is a sharp knife, so you can cut even slits in the potato, without cutting all the way through.

Katherine says: I love these! Such a fun way to serve up potatoes. Air fryers are such a time saver.

We also love these Air Fryer Potato Wedges and Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• Potatoes – Yukon Gold or medium sized russet potatoes work well. Don’t forget sweet potatoes or even small red potatoes. If all your potatoes are roughly the same size they will cook uniformly.
• Butter – Salted butter, melted
• Olive oil
• Salt & pepper
• Chives and sour cream – Topping ideas, if desired.

Equipment Needed

• Air fryer: I use this 4-quart basket-style air fryer. It’s large enough to fit a meal for 4-6. But some things need more space in the air fryer basket, so they cook evenly.
• Kitchen tongs: It’s very easy to remove food from your air fryer with kitchen tongs. I use these kitchen tongs that are silicon coated so they don’t scratch the interior.
• Basting brush: You’ll use a basting brush to coat the potato in the olive oil butter mixture before it cooks.
• Sharp knife: You will need a knife that can make clean cuts through the potato.

Why Use an Air Fryer

An air fryer is an incredibly easy way to cook just about anything. You place the food in a fryer-style basket and hot air rapidly circulates all around the food, making the food crisp – much like deep-frying, but without the oil. You can cook anything you’d make in the oven.

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What Potatoes to Use

You’ll want to choose a type of potato that can hold its shape and has a nice balance of starchiness and flavor. Yukon Gold and Russet potatoes are popular choices for hasselback potatoes. Their waxy texture ensures they remain tender on the inside while developing a crispy, golden crust on the outside as they bake. Give them a try, and you’ll be treated to a delightful combination of creamy insides and a crunchy exterior in every slice.

You can use any size potato you want for this, but I prefer a smaller sized potato. One that’s about 3 inches around is perfect. The thicker it is in the center, the longer it will need to cook. I also find that a smaller potato is best for serving as a side dish.

Looking for a few other air fryer recipes to try? These jalapeno poppers are quick and easy and these pork belly bites are one of our favorite things!

Tips For Making Hasselback Potatoes in the Air Fryer

• You don’t have to spray the basket before adding the potatoes. They won’t stick to the basket.
• You can cut the potatoes into any thickness for this recipe but keep in mind that the slices won’t get as crispy when they’re cut wider.
• If the tops of the potato aren’t getting as crispy as you like, turn up the heat to 380° F(193°C) for the last 5 minutes.
• If you are having trouble keeping your potato still while you slice, try slicing a small piece off the bottom so it will sit flat.
• You can use 2 chopsticks, one on either side of your potato, as a guide when cutting the slices. The chopsticks act as a guide and stop you from cutting all the way through the potato.

How to Make Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes 

Step 1: Prep the Potatoes

Start out by washing and scrubbing the potatoes and patting them dry.

Then cut 1/4″ slices in the potato, making sure not to slice all the way through. Just go about 3/4th of the way through. Try to make the cuts as evenly spaced as possible.

Pro Tip: You can use 2 chopsticks, one on either side of your potato, as a guide when cutting the slices. The chopsticks act as a guide and stop you from cutting all the way through the potato.

Step 2: Seasoning the Potatoes

Mix the melted butter, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Use a basting brush the apply the mixture to the potatoes and into the slits. Do your best to cover the potato completely. It adds flavor and helps it crisp up.

Step 3: Baking the Potatoes

Preheat the air fryer for 3 minutes at 350° F (175° C). Place the potatoes into the air fryer basket and cook for 15 minutes.

Brush the potatoes again with the mixture and continue cooking for another 15 minutes. It might take longer for larger potatoes. Poke it with a fork to test the center. It should be quite tender.

Step 4: Enjoy

Remove the potatoes from the air fryer. Brush with the remaining mixture. Garnish with chives and sour cream, if desired.

How to Store and Reheat

Storage

Refrigeration: If you have leftover hasselback potatoes, allow them to cool to room temperature, then store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They can be kept for 2-3 days.

Freezing: While potatoes can be frozen, Hasselback potatoes may lose some of their texture when thawed. If you want to freeze them, place them in a single layer on a baking sheet in the freezer until they’re firm, then transfer them to an airtight container or freezer bag. Use them within 2-3 months for the best results.

Reheat

Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the Hasselback potatoes on a baking sheet and reheat for 15-20 minutes, or until they’re warmed through. This method helps maintain their crispy texture.

Air Fryer: Reheat in an air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for about 5-10 minutes. This will help retain their crispiness.

Microwave (if necessary): While it’s not the best option for maintaining crispiness, you can use the microwave for convenience. Cover the potatoes with a damp paper towel and heat in 30-second intervals until they reach your desired temperature. Keep in mind they may lose some crispiness when microwaved.

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Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes

These Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes are so easy to make in the air fryer and they make a perfect side dish for your meal.

4.40 from 41 votes

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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 2 Servings

Calories: 220kcal

Author: Laura Lynch

Ingredients

• 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes
• 1/2 tablespoon (7 ml) melted butter
• 1/2 tablespoon (7 ml) olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon (2 g) salt
• 1/8 teaspoon (0.25 g) ground black pepper
• Chopped chives and sour cream if desired

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Instructions

• Wash and pat dry the potatoes. With a sharp knife, slice 1/4” slices down the potato, being sure not to cut all the way through.
• Mix the butter, olive oil, salt and pepper in a bowl. Brush the mixture onto the potatoes and into the slits.
• Preheat the air fryer for 3 minutes at 350 degrees C (175 degrees C). Place the potatoes into the air fryer basket and cook for 15 minutes. Brush the potatoes again with the mixture and continue cooking for another 15 minutes (longer for larger potatoes).
• Remove the potatoes from the air fryer. Brush with the remaining mixture. Garnish with chives and sour cream, if desired.

Equipment Needed

• Air Fryer
• Kitchen tongs
• Sharp knife
• Basting brush

Notes

• You don’t have to spray the basket before adding the potatoes. They won’t stick to the basket.
• You can cut the potatoes into any thickness for this recipe but keep in mind that the slices won’t get as crispy when they’re cut wider.
• If the tops of the potato aren’t getting as crispy as you like, turn up the heat to 380° F(193°C) for the last 5 minutes.
• If you are having trouble keeping your potato still while you slice, try slicing a small piece off the bottom so it will sit flat.
• You can use 2 chopsticks, one on either side of your potato, as a guide when cutting the slices. The chopsticks act as a guide and stop you from cutting all the way through the potato.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 329mg | Potassium: 897mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 87IU | Vitamin C: 42mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 2mg

Laura Lynch

Laura is a home cook, with 25 years experience behind the stove, who spends an extraordinary amount of time in the kitchen cooking. She loves making new recipes and finding wonderful new things to eat, both at home or abroad. She spends a lot of time researching, crafting, and perfecting her recipes.