1. Wash and halve the potatoes: Begin by thoroughly washing the baby potatoes under cool running water. Once clean, use a sharp knife to carefully cut each potato in half.

2. Season the potatoes: In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved potatoes, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss the potatoes until they’re evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.

3. Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. Preheating the air fryer is crucial for achieving a crisp exterior on the potatoes.

4. Arrange and cook the potatoes: Once the air fryer is preheated, carefully place the seasoned potato halves in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd them.

5. Cook and shake: Air fry the potatoes for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time.

6. Check for crispiness: After 15 minutes, check the potatoes for doneness. If they’re not as crispy as you’d like, continue cooking for a few more minutes.

7. Serve hot: Once the air fryer baby potatoes are perfectly crisp, remove them from the basket and serve them hot.