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Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes with Garlic Herb Butter Recipe

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These easy air fryer Hasselback potatoes are thinly sliced, drizzled with a flavorful garlic herb butter, and air fried to crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside perfection. This recipe makes a delicious snack or side dish that’s ready in just 40 minutes, with options for customization like cheese, bacon, or fresh herbs.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 5 small servings

Ingredients

Potatoes

  • 5 small potatoes

Garlic Herb Butter

  • ½ cup butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 3 cloves garlic, grated or minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Garnishes and Variations

  • Fresh parsley, minced (for serving)
  • Shredded cheddar cheese or grated parmesan (for cheesy variation)
  • Diced crispy bacon or prosciutto (for bacon variation)
  • Olive oil (for dairy-free option)
  • Sour cream, chipotle crema, cowboy butter, pickled red onions, fresh herbs, cheese sauce, creme fraiche, and caviar (for topping ideas)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the potatoes: Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly. Slice each potato thinly across the width, making sure to leave about a half inch intact at the bottom so the potato holds together in a Hasselback style.
  2. Make the garlic herb butter: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, Italian seasoning, and grated or minced garlic until well mixed.
  3. First butter application: Place the sliced potatoes in the air fryer basket in a single layer with space between each potato. Brush the tops generously with some of the garlic herb butter mixture. Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Initial air frying: Cook the potatoes in the air fryer at 350°F for 15 minutes. This starts the cooking process and begins crisping up the edges.
  5. Second butter application and finishing cooking: Remove the potatoes and brush another layer of the garlic herb butter on top. Return them to the air fryer and continue cooking for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender inside and crispy on the outside.

Notes

  • Storing: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for best results to maintain the crispy edges.
  • Tips and tricks: Leave the skins on the potatoes for added texture and nutrients, just be sure to clean them well. For extra crispy skins, spray the potatoes with cooking spray before air frying. If the potatoes roll around in your air fryer basket, slice a small piece off the bottom to create a flat surface. Avoid overcrowding the basket to allow proper heat circulation for an even crisp color and texture. Cook in batches if necessary.
  • Variations: Swap the dried Italian seasoning for fresh herbs such as parsley, basil, thyme, chives, or dill. Add shredded cheese after the second butter brushing for cheesy potatoes. Sprinkle crispy bacon or prosciutto pieces on top for a salty crunch. Use olive oil instead of butter for a dairy-free version. Garnish after cooking with sour cream, chipotle crema, cowboy butter, pickled onions, fresh herbs, cheese sauce, creme fraiche, or even caviar for an elevated touch.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

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