These Air Fryer Baby Potatoes are crispy on the outside and fluffy in the middle! They’re easy to prep and roast up quickly in the air fryer. All you need is some oil, salt and Italian seasoning, then toss together and air fry. Prep time is 5 minutes and these little potatoes roast up to perfection in just 20 minutes! What I love most is that you can change up the seasonings with different dried herbs and spices (I’ve included options below), and using the air fryer frees up valuable oven space, especially when feeding a crowd!
This recipe was originally published in February 2019. I’ve tweaked it over the years, and changed the type of air fryer I use. So, I thought it was time to give this recipe a little refresh. Below you’ll find updated photos, along with new text and adjustments to the recipe.
Table of contents
Ingredients and substitutions
Below is a brief overview of the ingredients and recommended substitutions. The recipe card at the end of this post includes the exact quantities used.
- Baby potatoes – You’ll need 1 1/2 pounds (or 680 grams) of baby potatoes for this recipe. That’s usually the size of a small bag at the grocery store. I prefer red baby potatoes, but you can also use baby gold. You can also use fingerling or full-sized potatoes and just cut them into smaller pieces.
- Oil – This helps crisp up the potatoes. I used olive oil, but avocado oil or canola oil works too. You can also use melted butter.
- Seasonings – I decided to keep it simple with just some salt and Italian seasoning. Feel free to substitute with different herbs and spices. (I’ve included suggestions below).
- Fresh herbs – I usually don’t add fresh herbs to the air fryer as they burn quickly, but I like to serve these potatoes with a sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley.
How to roast baby potatoes in the air fryer
Below is a brief overview of the steps to make this recipe along with photos. For further details, please see the recipe card at the end of this post.
Recipe variations
- Keep it simple with salt and pepper.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon each of garlic powder and onion powder.
- For a smoky flavor, use a mix of smoked paprika and cumin.
- To spice it up, use 2 teaspoons of chili powder.
- For extra heat add a dash of cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper flakes.
- Add some grated parmesan cheese during the last few minutes of air frying or just before serving.
- Serve with chopped fresh rosemary.
Storage and reheating
These potatoes are best served immediately, but if you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
To heat them up and get them crispy again, air fry on 400F for 3-5 minutes.
Key recipe tips
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer. It’s okay if these small potatoes are overlapping, but you don’t want to fill the basket.
- Shake the basket. To ensure even cooking and to rotate the potatoes around, you’ll need to stop and shake the air fryer basket a few times.
- Pre-washed baby potatoes. Buying pre-washed is a definite time saver.
- Pat potatoes dry. If you don’t have pre-washed potatoes, make sure you wash and scrub your potatoes and then pat them dry with a towel before seasoning them.
- Type of air fryer. I used a Cosori 5.8 quart air fryer for this recipe. If you have a different size, brand or model of air fryer, you may need to adjust the temperature and/or air frying time slightly.
Recipe FAQs
We usually prefer baby red potatoes as their thin skin gets nice and crispy in the air fryer and they stay creamy and fluffy in the middle. Baby Yukon gold potatoes also work well and are great for roasting in the air fryer.
I like to cut the baby potatoes in half, but you can also air fry them whole. Just note that you will need to increase the air frying time by about 5 minutes depending on the size of your potatoes.
If you don’t have baby potatoes, you can use regular-sized potatoes and cut them into roughly 1-inch cubes.
Save yourself time and skip parboiling! You just need to season the raw potatoes and air fry.
Soaking potatoes in cold water helps release starches and achieve a crispy texture when roasted or air fried. Since red potatoes are waxy and low in starch, there is no need to soak them for this recipe. Even if you’re using a more starchy Yukon gold, I would skip soaking them.
More air fryer potato recipes
- Crispy Air Fryer Pizza Potato Skins
- Air Fryer Potato Slices
- Air Fryer Parmesan Potatoes
- Air Fryer Potato Cakes
- Air Fryer Fingerling Potatoes
If you make this recipe, I’d love to hear what you think in the comments below!
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Air Fryer Baby Potatoes (Just 4 Ingredients!)
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds baby potatoes, halved
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- Chopped fresh parsley to garnish
Instructions
- Cut the potatoes in half and add them to a large bowl.
- Toss with oil and seasonings until well coated.
- Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket. (It’s okay if the potatoes overlap, but don’t overcrowd the air fryer).
- Air fry on 400F for 18-20 minutes, or until fork tender and crispy. Stop to shake the basket a few times to rotate the potatoes around.
Notes
- I used red baby potatoes, but baby gold are great too.
- You can air fry the baby potatoes whole, just add an extra 5 minutes to the air frying time.
- If you don’t have pre-washed potatoes, make sure you wash and scrub your potatoes and then pat them dry with a towel before seasoning them.
- I used a Cosori 5.8 quart air fryer for this recipe. If you have a different size, brand or model of air fryer, you may need to adjust the temperature and/or air frying time slightly.
Nutrition Facts per Serving
Disclaimer
Nutrition information is an estimate only and will vary depending on the substitutions made and the brands used.
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I’d so love an air fryer, but sadly I have a small appliance obsession and too little space :(. But if I do sacrifice something else and get one, I’ll definitely be making this recipe- it looks sooo good!
Haha! Thanks Terri! I understand the small appliance obsession!
I just know I would not be able to stop eating these crispy little morsels of deliciousness. And that dip? Oh, yum!
Thanks Kim! The cashew dip is a must try!
these look like the most delicious crispy fried potatoes! i need an air fryer. But that jalapeno cashew sauce….i’d eat that on anything!
Thanks Danielle! We love our air fryer! And I will admit, the cashew sauce has been enjoyed with many different savoury dishes in our house. It’s so versatile!
I think I might want to buy an air fryer JUST to make these potatoes!! And the dip?? You got me drooling!
Also, I like your tip to get prewashed potatoes. Never got those before, but they sound like a major time saver!
Thanks Cathleen! I air fry a lot of things lately, but the air fryer would have been worth it just for air frying potatoes! And I’m all about any pre-washed produce and saving time wherever I can!
Wow… YUM!! I am drooling over here and can not wait until our next appetizer night (which happens often around here) to make these beauties! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Thanks Aleta! Appetizer night happens quite a bit around here too! Hope you like these as much as we do!
An air fryer is on my list of things to buy this year. Now I have a reason to get it asap. These air-fryer roasted potatoes look so delicious and the dip looks outstanding.
Thanks Elaine! I’m so happy we finally bought an air fryer! We are getting so much use out of it!
This looks amazing and that Jalapeno Dip is screaming my name! I currently do not own an air fryer but one day! Totally saving this recipe!
Thanks Wanda! We are loving our air fryer! One of my favourite kitchen appliances lately!
That jalapeño cashew dip is ridiculously delicious! And I love how crispy the air fryer gets the potatoes. This will be a regular recipe for me.
Thanks Amanda! The cashew dip is one of our favourites, and goes perfectly with the potatoes. Would love to know what you think if you try the recipe!
I just love potatoes!!. These look fabulous and that dip is the “icing on the cake”. All that flavor and spice has me drooling 🙂 . Take care.
Thank you Stacey! Potatoes are a go-to side dish in our house. And we’re loving these for snacking too! Glad you like the look of the dip. It’s a keeper, for sure!
I’ve never used or eaten anything from an air fryer, but I’m convinced!! These potatoes look so crisp and delicious!! Love the dip too!
Have a wonderful weekend, my friend!
Thanks Marissa! I hadn’t air fried anything until a few months ago, and now I use it almost every day! Hope you had a good weekend too!
Oh my gosh! These look AMAZING! I had no idea what an air fryer was until now. I need to investigate this contraption further. 😉 I love potatoes cooked in pretty much every way imaginable. The Cashew Jalapeno dip seems like a really delicious pairing with the potatoes. Must try!
Thanks Donna! We’re happy with our air fryer purchase, and roast potatoes in it quite a bit! The jalapeño dip is a new favourite. I’ve been making multiple batches a week!
I do not have an air fryer yet, but a friend of mine does and loves it! These look delicious Leanne. And that jalpeno cashew dip sounds fabulous!
Thanks Mary Ann! I’m so glad we got one. It has been a welcomed addition in our house! Happy weekend!
I’m so late to this party too. Hubby and I have been talking about getting an air-fryer for 2 years! We’ve just about decided we will. I’m pretty sure when I show him this recipe, we’ll be getting in the car to go get one. I also love those little tri-colour potatoes.
Thanks Marie! I’ve been buying these tri-colour pre-washed potatoes lately and they are so easy and perfect for the air fryer! Let me know if you get one!
Ok now I’m convinced I need to buy an air fryer!! These potatoes look AMAZING and I love that you’ve been doing other things like chickpeas and chicken thighs!! That dip is also so delicious looking, Leanne. You’ve got my stomach rumbling!
Thanks Katherine. Seriously, almost every meal I’m cooking something in the air fryer! Loving it so far!
I love those tri-color baby potatoes! SO cute! I’ve been really thinking about investing in an air fryer and you’re definitely convincing me! They look so extra crunchy and delicious – and that cashew dip looks sooo creamy and spicy – the perfect balance! These would be awesome for an appetizer or hey, I would even eat them for a main dish! LOL! Happy Valentine’s Day, my friend!
Thanks Haylie! Eating them as a main dish sounds good to me! Hope you and your hubby had a great Valentine’s Day too!
Wow! We just got my sister-in-law an air fryer – now I need one! These look amazing!! I love how crispy they are!!
Thanks Annie! We’re loving ours so far. And the crispy potatoes are on repeat!
These look delicious! I’m going to have to get an air fryer now haha
Pics are amazing
Thanks Terry! I gotta say, we’re enjoying our air fryer so far!
I love any type of roasted tato and then served with a delicious jalapeno dip? Yes please! I could totally make a meal out of just these and definitely prefer ’em over chocolate any day! Love how golden and crispy these are! Hope you guys have a wonderful Valentine’s Day, Leanne 🙂
Thanks Dawn! We had a lovely Valentine’s Day. I hope you guys did too. And I totally agree. I could make a meal on these potatoes and dip too!