• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

The Vegan Larder logo

  • Recipes
  • Cook Books
  • About
  • Work
  • Nav Social Menu

menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipes
  • Cook Books
  • About
  • Work
  • Connect with me...

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipes
    • Cook Books
    • About
    • Work
  • Connect with me...

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • ×
    Home » Air Fryer

    Crispy Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes

    Published: May 4, 2022 by Louise-Claire Cayzer · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 5 Comments

    Jump to Recipe Print Recipe
    Smashed potatoes made in the air fryer with a green dipping sauce.

    Is there anything yummier than lovely smashed potatoes? Soft on the inside, crispy and golden brown on the outside and made super easy by cooking them in the air fryer. (You can use the oven too! don't worry!) These ultra yummy and super crispy air fryer smashed potatoes are the ones you'll make on repeat! You'll have to. Your whole family will beg you to!

    A tray of airfryer smashed potatoes with a pesto dip. this recipe

    These gorgeously easy potatoes are great all year round (I mean, they're potatoes!). But if you can get new season small potatoes in spring and early summer, they'll taste EXTRA amazing.

    I love making smashed potatoes, you can make them in the oven, or even on the stovetop, like in my Vegan Smashed Potato & Sage Rösti. Utterly scrummy! If you want other great veggie recipes to make in the air fryer, why not try this Air Fryer Broccoli and Cauliflower or my new favourite, Air Fryer Roasted Tomatoes .

    And to serve up with them, all I do is make up a 1:1 mix of my favourite pesto and vegan mayo. Pictured here is my yummy Wild Garlic Pesto with some Hellmans vegan mayo.

    Jump to:
    • 🥔Ingredients
    • 👩‍🍳Instructions
    • Substitutions
    • Variations
    • 🍳Equipment
    • ❓FAQ
    • Top tip
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    🥔Ingredients

    These smashed potatoes in the air fryer only need a few simple ingredients.

    • Potatoes: Try and get slightly waxy new or gold potatoes. These are best for smashing. The fluffier main crop type tends to slightly disintegrate and fall apart when smashed. You also will need to keep the skins on, so new or baby potatoes are definitely the best to choose.
    • Smoked Paprika: I love to add smoked paprika to my smashed potatoes.
    • Good Olive Oil: A lovely olive oil really helps these potatoes ascend to absolute heavenly status. You don't need much, just a drizzle.
    • Flakey Sea Salt: I love using Maldon sea salt, but use your favourite. The flakey kind is best as it is less 'salty' and has that lovely slight crunch to it.

    For the full quantities, see the recipe card

    👩‍🍳Instructions

    Airfryer smashed potatoes are super simple to make! The full instructions are in the recipe card.

    A pot of potatoes being boiled.
    1. Boil the potatoes until they are just soft.
    Smashing a potato with a flat bottomed glass.

    2. Drain the potatoes, then on a tray smash each one with a flat bottomed glass. Push down firmly on them so they sort of squish/smash.

    Drizzle olive oil all over the potatoes.

    3. Drizzle some olive oil over the potatoes.

    Add smoked paprika to the potatoes and season.  Flip and coat thoroughly.

    4. Add some paprika and season. Flip the potatoes over and do the other side too.

    Put the potatoes into the airfryer basket and bake!

    5. Add to your air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 20mins at 180C/356 F

    A close up of the inside of a crispy smashed potato just out of the airfryer.

    6. Check the potatoes and wiggle them around halfway. They're cooked when they're crispy and golden brown on the outside and gorgeously soft in the middle.

    Substitutions

    • Oil Free - Make these oil-free and extra healthy by just cooking these directly in the airfryer with no oil! . Use a little water to get spices to stick to the potatoes.

    Variations

    These air fryer smashed potatoes are super easy to tailor to your own tastes!

    • Chilli - Add some heat with chilli flakes. Go crazy or keep it mild.
    • Herbs- oregano goes really well with potatoes, as does thyme. Add dried herbs when you're putting the oil on.
    • Garlic- Add fresh whole garlic cloves when cooking the potatoes in the airfryer, then squish the garlic out and use to make a dip, or just to eat on their own. You can also sprinkle garlic powder over the potatoes.
    • Cheesy- some nutritional yeast will take the potatoes to a cheesy dimension!
    • Dips to serve! - I love to make up a mix of pesto and mayo, but you can also use hummus, or just your favourite ketchup!

    🍳Equipment

    I use my Ninja Airfryer to make this recipe, I seriously love it! Whichever air fryer you have will work though!

    You can also make this recipe in a regular oven, just pop the potatoes on a sheet pan and cook for around 30mins.

    Close up of the crispy air fried potatoes with a pesto dip.

    ❓FAQ

    What kind of potatoes are best to use?

    I like to use waxy new potatoes. Don't make them too large! About the size of your palm is best.

    How long will this recipe store for?

    These keep for up to a week in the fridge. Eat cold or reheat in the air fryer. Or turn into a hash!

    Do I have to use smoked paprika?

    You can just use some oil and salt if you like! Or get creative with your own herbs and spices combos.

    Do I need to leave the skins on for these smashed potatoes?

    The skins keep the potatoes from completely disintegrating when they get smashed so you do need to keep them on! Choose baby or new potatoes with thin skins.

    Do I need an air fryer to make these smashed potatoes?

    You can easily make these in the oven instead, just pop in for around half an hour at a medium heat. The time you need will depend on your oven!

    Top tip

    Choose potatoes that aren't too large! About the size of your palm is best. That way you get the best outer skin to soft fluffy interior crispy crunch!

    If you love this recipe, please share this post with your friends on Pinterest or Facebook, or tag me on Insta! Don't forget to also please comment and star ⭐this recipe too!

    Love & Vegan Yummies,

    Louise xx (P.S. Follow me on Insta and Tik Tok!)

    📖 Recipe

    A tray of airfryer crispy potatoes ready to eat.

    Crispy Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes

    Louise-Claire Cayzer
    Probably the best use of the airfryer yet! Crispy and delicious smashed potatoes. Perfect for an easy side dish for dinner!
    5 from 6 votes
    Prevent your screen from going dark
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe
    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Total Time 35 minutes mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American, Vegan
    Servings 4
    Calories 132 kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 Air fryer

    Ingredients Note:

    For accuracy, I measure all ingredients in metric as standard, then convert and test the recipe for American cup measurements etc.

    (Heads up Aussie and UK readers- your measurements in cups are sometimes different, so please use metric or check you have the correct cup and spoon type!!)

    Ingredients

    • 500 g new or waxy potatoes
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
    • 1 teaspoon salt (flakey sea salt is best)

    Instructions

    • Boil your potatoes until just softened. Skin on!
      500 g new or waxy potatoes
    • On a tray, smash the potatoes with a flat bottomed glass
      500 g new or waxy potatoes
    • Drizzle over olive oil, paprika and salt.
      1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon salt
    • Turn the potatoes over and ensure they are covered in the seasoning and oil.
    • Turn your air fryer on according to the manufactureres instructions. Heat it to 180C°/356F
    • Cook the potatoes in the air fryer for 20 minutes, turning once.
    • Serve with your favourite dips!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 132kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 590mgPotassium: 566mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 864IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword new potatoes, potatoes, smashed potatoes
    Tried this recipe and loved it? Follow and Mention @vegan_larder or comment and ⭐ below

    More Air Fryer

    • oyster mushroom burger ready to eat.
      Spicy Crunchy Oyster Mushroom Burger
    • A plate of babaganoush being eaten.
      Air Fryer Babaganoush: Smoky Aubergine Dip
    • Roasted red peppers ready to eat.
      Air Fryer Roasted Peppers
    • Air fried tofu nuggets ready to eat on a plate.
      Crunchy Air Fryer Tofu Nuggets

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

      Leave a Reply Cancel reply

      Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

      Recipe Rating




      This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    1. Amanda says

      May 05, 2022 at 2:38 pm

      5 stars
      Love cooking smashed potatoes in the air fryer! It makes it so simple and gives them the perfect crisp texture.

      Reply
    2. Gloria says

      May 05, 2022 at 2:10 pm

      5 stars
      I made smashed potatoes for a birthday celebration. They were a hit. Now they are requested all the time.

      Reply
    3. Beth Sachs says

      May 05, 2022 at 1:24 pm

      5 stars
      Air fryer potatoes are the BEST! Love the smoked paprika on these!

      Reply
    4. Carrie Robinson says

      May 05, 2022 at 1:18 pm

      5 stars
      One of my favorite side dishes to make with potatoes! I never thought to use the air fryer before to make them. 🙂 Great idea!

      Reply
    5. Gina says

      May 05, 2022 at 1:02 pm

      5 stars
      Love smashed potatoes, they're our favorite way to eat them and using the air frying made it so easy and convenient!

      Reply

    Primary Sidebar

    Hi! I'm Louise-Claire! I believe vegan and plant-based food should be easy to make, never scary and above all, absolutely delicious. Also, it's for everyone, not just for vegans!

    Louise-Claire Cayzer portrait image.

    I'm a photographer, recipe developer and gardener. You'll find me in the kitchen, in the studio or wandering the garden, picking delicious veggies to make recipes for you! So why not stay a while, check out some of my recipes and try one or two for yourself...Find out more on my About Me page.

    Vegan Air Fryer Recipes

    • Butternut squash halved on a tray stuffed with sage and chickpea stuffing.
      Chickpea and Sage Stuffed Butternut Squash; Air fryer or Oven method
    • Cauliflower and broccoli being served on a plate.
      Air Fryer Broccoli and Cauliflower
    • Vegan Spanakopita Triangles ready to eat.
      Vegan Cheese and Spinach Spanakopita Triangles (Air Fryer or Oven Baked)
    • Plates of roasted tomato and white bean stew ready to eat.
      Roasted Tomato and White Bean Stew

    Tofu Lover? These are for you...

    • Delicious Tofu Dessert Recipes
    • Collage of smoked tofu dishes.
      Delicious Vegan Smoked Tofu Recipes
    • Sticky Miso Tofu in a bowl with some chopsticks picking up a piece.
      Sticky Miso Tofu- Air Fried or Oven Baked
    • Collage of different silken tofu recipes including cheesecake, frittata and mini frittatas
      Silken Tofu Recipes - Our Top 40

    Vegan Dinner Inspo

    • A dish of baked vegan mac and cheese ready to eat.
      Baked Vegan Mac & Cheese (without cashews)
    • Miso Stir Fry with Soy Curls in a bowl ready to eat.
      Miso Stir Fry with Soy Curls
    • Vegan courgette fritters in a stack with some sweet chilli sauce.
      Vegan Courgette Fritters with Pine Nuts (G.F. recipe)
    • Purple Sprouting Broccoli White Bean Gratin with Broccolin in the background
      Purple Sprouting Broccoli & Herby White Bean Gratin.

    Craving something sweet?

    • Burgers on a platter ready to serve
      The Best Vegan BBQ Dishes & Summer Food
    • Vegan Cardamom and Spinach cake with lemon buttercream and a candle on the top.
      Vegan Cardamom & Spinach Celebration Cake
    • Pineapple Upside Down Cake on a plate.
      Vegan Pineapple Upside Down Cake
    • Rhubarb cake with a slice taken out of it.
      Easy Vegan Rhubarb Cake
    • A piece of vegan carrot cake with a fork.
      Yummy Vegan Carrot Cake with Aquafaba: Egg Free
    • Raspberry and White Chocolate Blondie Squares ready to eat.
      White Chocolate and Raspberry Blondies

    Recipes you're all loving!

    • Blackberry and banana muffins with one open ready to eat.
      Blackberry Banana Oatmeal Muffins
    • Carrot and cucumber salad ready to eat in a bowl.
      Easy Cucumber and Carrot Salad
    • Tomato and Pesto bruschetta on a plate ready to eat.
      Tomato Pesto Bruschetta
    • A stack of banana date flapjacks ready to take for a snack.
      Healthy Date Banana Flapjacks (without sugar)

    Lovely Lentils

    • A bowl of lentil bolognese with spaghetti.
      Basic Vegan Lentil Bolognese
    • Two bowls of lentil soup and some flatbread on the side.
      Lentil and Tomato Soup (Lentils Monastery Style)
    • A bowl of swede and carrot soup with a hand scooping up a spoon of soup.
      Classic Swede (Rutabaga) and Carrot Soup
    • A lentil and beetroot burger on a bun.
      Amazing Beetroot & Lentil Burgers
    • Contact Me
    • About Me
    • Privacy Policy, Cookies, Ads & T&C's

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy
    • About Us
    • Our Story

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    • Contact
    • What we Do

    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Copyright © 2020 The Vegan Larder on the Cravings Pro Theme