Description
Deliciously crispy and cheesy potato wedges made in the air fryer, the ultimate comfort snack for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large russet potatoes (or 3 medium-sized)
- 1.5 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of mozzarella and pepper jack)
- 2 tablespoons green onions (sliced) – optional
- 2 tablespoons bacon bits – optional
- Sour cream or ranch for dipping – optional
Instructions
- Prep the Potatoes: Wash and cut the potatoes into wedges, aiming for uniform sizes.
- Soak the Wedges: Soak the potato wedges in cold water for 15-30 minutes, then pat dry.
- Season: Toss the wedges with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Air Fry: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Cook the wedges for 15-18 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Add the Cheese: In the last 2-3 minutes, sprinkle shredded cheese over the wedges to melt.
Notes
For extra crunch, dust the wedges with cornstarch before seasoning. Ensure they are patted dry thoroughly after soaking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg