This easy air fryer potato bake is one of those comfort meals you make when you want something warm but don’t feel like spending much time in the kitchen. Everything goes into one bowl, then the air fryer takes over. You end up with soft, savory potatoes inside and lightly crisp edges that slice really nicely.
Difficulty: Easy
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
Total Time: 40–45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
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Ingredients
Ingredient Notes & Substitutions
If you don’t have bacon bits, sautéed mushrooms or diced ham work really well instead. If you’re out of marjoram, thyme or oregano are easy swaps. No butter? Just use a neutral oil. And if you don’t have onion, you can add about ½ teaspoon of onion powder for a similar flavor.
Instructions
- Peel the potatoes and grate them into a large mixing bowl using the coarse side of a grater.
- Grate the onion directly into the same bowl with the potatoes.
- Do not squeeze out the moisture. The natural liquid helps keep the bake tender inside.
- Tip: If the mixture looks very watery, simply stir it well instead of draining it.
- Add the egg, oil or melted butter, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the optional bacon bits or mushrooms and the dried herbs if using.
- Stir the mixture just until everything is evenly combined.
- Lightly grease a small air fryer-safe baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Spoon the potato mixture into the dish and spread it evenly.
- Smooth the top gently with the back of a spoon so it cooks evenly.
- Tip: A slightly thinner layer helps the edges crisp nicely.
- Preheat the air fryer to 180°C / 360°F for a few minutes.
- Place the dish into the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 30–35 minutes, until the surface looks set and lightly golden.
- Check the center with a knife; it should feel tender but not wet.
- Tip: If the top browns too quickly, lower the temperature slightly.
- Remove the dish from the air fryer and let it rest for 5–10 minutes.
- Slice into wedges or squares and serve warm.
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Variations
If you want it a bit richer, you can add some grated cheese right into the mix. For extra veggies, throw in some chopped spinach or kale. And if you want to make it more filling, add some diced cooked sausage — it turns it into a proper meal.
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