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Golden crispy potato wedges with melted cheese served hot
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Crispy Air Fryer Cheesy Potato Wedges

Golden crispy potato wedges cooked in the air fryer and topped with melted cheese for an easy, crowd-pleasing snack or side dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer, Snack, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories:

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large Russet potatoes
  • tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or pepper jack)
  • Optional toppings
  • Sliced green onions
  • Bacon pieces
  • Ranch or sour cream

Method
 

  1. Before You Begin
  2. Preheat and prepare your cookware as needed. Cooking times and results may vary depending on your equipment and ingredients.
  3. Wash potatoes thoroughly and cut into evenly sized wedges.
  4. Place wedges in cold water and soak 15–30 minutes to remove excess starch.
  5. Drain and pat wedges completely dry with paper towels.
  6. Toss wedges with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  7. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  8. Arrange wedges in a single layer and cook 15–18 minutes, shaking halfway, until crisp outside and fork-tender inside.
  9. Sprinkle cheese over wedges during last 2–3 minutes and cook until melted and bubbling.
  10. Remove and serve warm.

Notes

  • Dry wedges thoroughly before seasoning to prevent steaming.
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer or pan; cook in batches for even heating.
  • Cook until wedges are tender inside and crisp outside.
  • Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and store airtight up to 3 days.
  • Reheat at 375°F until hot and steaming throughout before serving.