The honey-glazed air fryer baby potatoes are an original and quick side dish, perfect for those looking for a tasty alternative to classic roasted potatoes.
In this recipe, I show you how to prepare them in a few steps, with a slightly spicy sweet and sour seasoning that makes them crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
Just a few ingredients — baby potatoes, honey, hot paprika, and a pinch of mixed potato spices or nutmeg — to create a dish that captivates everyone at the first bite.
The air fryer is ideal for this kind of preparation: it reduces cooking times, there’s no need to preheat the oven, and the potatoes are light but well browned, thanks to the “glazed” effect given by the honey.
This recipe is perfect all year round, especially when fresh baby potatoes with thin skin are available. It’s a versatile side dish that pairs well with meat, egg dishes, or aged cheeses. Moreover, you can customize it with the spices you prefer: I used hot paprika and mixed spices for a balance between sweetness and character, but you can replace the paprika with sweet or smoked paprika, or omit the spicy altogether.
If you’re looking for ideas for recipes with baby potatoes or want to experiment with a sweet and sour air fryer recipe, this is the right solution. At the end of the article, you’ll also find some variations, FAQs, and useful tips for optimal cooking.
READ THE TIPS AND FAQs AT THE END OF THE RECIPE.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 2 People
- Cooking methods: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
- Seasonality: All Seasons
Ingredients
- 14 oz baby potatoes
- 1 tsp hot paprika (or sweet)
- 1 tsp acacia honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 sprig rosemary (fresh)
- 1 tsp spices (for roasts or roast potatoes)
- extra virgin olive oil
- fine salt
- 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
Tools
- Air Fryer
Steps
Wash and dry the baby potatoes, cutting the larger ones in half.
Place the potatoes in a bowl and season with paprika, spices, rosemary, and salt.
Add the honey.
Pour in the oil and mix well to flavor them.
Arrange the potatoes in a suitable container, trying not to overlap them too much, and cook at 375°F for about 18/20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking. The time may vary depending on the size of the potatoes.
Outside the fryer, season with grated Parmesan cheese, shake and serve hot on a serving plate.
Tips and Variations
Instead of honey, you can use maple syrup for a vegan variant.
If you prefer a more delicate taste, replace the hot paprika with sweet or smoked paprika.
They are also great cold, in a rustic potato salad.
For a more caramelized glaze, add a drizzle of honey at the end of cooking and let it rest for 2 minutes in the hot basket.
Use baby potatoes with thin skin: they give a rustic effect and don’t need peeling.
Alternative Cooking Times
Static Oven: 35–40 minutes at 392°F, turning the potatoes halfway through.
Bimby + Air Fryer:
Cook the potatoes in Varoma for 15 minutes (water in the bowl).
Then air fry for 10–12 minutes at 392°F.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I use regular potatoes instead of baby ones?
Yes, but choose yellow-fleshed potatoes and cut them into small, even pieces for even cooking.
Can I prepare them in advance?
It’s best to consume them freshly made, but you can reheat them in the air fryer for 5 minutes at 356°F to make them crispy again.
Can they be frozen?
It’s not recommended: already cooked potatoes lose texture after freezing. It’s better to store them in the fridge for 1 day.
Can honey be replaced with sugar?
Yes, you can use 1 teaspoon of whole cane sugar, to add to the oil and spices before cooking.
What can I pair them with?
They are perfect with grilled chicken breast, aged cheeses, or as a savory snack for an original appetizer.
