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Air Fryer Potato Wedges

Air Fryer Potato Wedges - how to make crispy, fluffy potato wedges that cook in 15 minutes! Season with salt or load with cheese, bacon and sour cream for the ultimate appetizer.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer potato wedges, air fryer recipes, potato wedges, loaded potato wedges
Servings: 4
Calories:

Equipment

  • Air fryer

Ingredients

Basic Air Fryer Potato Wedges

  • 2 medium russet potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt coarse sea salt used

Loaded Air Fryer Potato Wedges

  • 2 medium russet potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon dry ranch seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • cooking spray not needed for basic AF Potato Wedges
  • 1/4 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded - or more to taste
  • 3 tablespoons bacon bits packaged OR fresh cooked/crumbled or more to taste
  • 3 tablespoons sour cream or to taste
  • optional: sliced green onions or parsley

Instructions

Basic Potato Wedges:

  • Cut the potatoes into wedges (see body of post for how to cut wedges.
  • Place the cut potato wedges in a bowl then cover with cold tap water and leave them soak for 15 minutes.
  • Dry the potatoes thoroughly. I use a combination of a clean kitchen towel and paper towels.
  • Toss with olive oil and salt to coat. Preheat the air fryer for 3 minutes (400 degrees) add the potato wedges and cook for 12-15 minutes pausing every 5 minutes to vigorously shake the AF basket. Cooking time will vary depending upon the size of the wedges and your potato color preference.

Loaded Potato Wedges:

  • Preheat the air fryer (400 degrees) then lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray (needed with ranch seasoning).
  • Transfer the seasoned wedges to the air fryer and cook 12-15 minutes or until they’re golden pausing every 5 minutes and vigorously shake the AF basket.
  • Once the potatoes are finished cooking leave them in the air fryer and sprinkle on the shredded cheese and bacon bits then air fry for another 15-30 seconds or until the cheese is melted. 
  • Remove the potato wedges from the air fryer onto a plate then drizzle or dollop sour cream on top. Optional: sprinkle sliced green onions or parsley. Eat right away.