Air Fryer Scalloped Potatoes
Ready in about 55 minutes.
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Creamy, cheesy scalloped potatoes with layers of tender slices in a rich garlic sauce and golden top. The air fryer bakes them faster than the oven, giving that bubbling, comforting casserole in a compact dish.
Written for 4. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.
Ingredients
- 600 g potatoes, thinly sliced
- 200 ml double cream
- 100 ml milk
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 100 g cheddar, grated
- 0.5 tsp fine salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp grated nutmeg
Method
- 1Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (360°F).
- 2Warm the cream, milk, garlic, salt, pepper and nutmeg in a pan.
- 3Layer the potato slices in a greased air fryer dish, pouring over some sauce between layers.
- 4Cover with foil and air fry for 25 minutes.
- 5Remove the foil, top with cheese, and cook 10-15 minutes until golden and bubbling.
- 6Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Tips for the best results
- Slice the potatoes thinly and evenly with a mandoline.
- Covering with foil first cooks the potatoes through before browning.
- Let it rest so the sauce thickens before serving.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Crowding the basket so air fryer scalloped potatoes steams instead of browning.
- Pulling air fryer scalloped potatoes the moment the timer ends without checking the centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer scalloped potatoes?
A typical starting point is 180°C / 360°F for 30-40 min. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.
Can I make air fryer scalloped potatoes ahead?
Cook it, cool it quickly, and refrigerate. Reheat in the air fryer at a slightly lower temperature so the outside does not dry before the middle is hot.
How many people does air fryer scalloped potatoes serve?
This recipe is written for 4. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.