Crispy Air Fryer Frozen French Fries
A quick and easy recipe for perfectly crispy frozen french fries made in the air fryer, delivering a golden crunch without the greasy mess.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 17-20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces frozen French fries (straight cut, crinkle cut, or shoestring)
- 1 teaspoon cooking spray or oil (olive oil or avocado oil), optional
- Salt to taste (kosher salt or sea salt)
- Optional seasonings: garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it heat for about 3 minutes.
- Place 12 ounces of frozen fries in a mixing bowl. Lightly spray or drizzle with about 1 teaspoon of oil and toss to coat evenly (optional).
- Arrange fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding; cook in batches if necessary.
- Air fry the fries at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes. At the 5-minute mark, pause to shake or flip the fries for even browning.
- Check for crispness after 10 minutes. If desired, continue cooking in 2-minute increments, shaking the basket each time, until fries reach preferred crispness (total 12-15 minutes).
- Remove fries and immediately season with salt or preferred seasonings while hot. Serve immediately.
Notes
Preheat the air fryer for best crispness. Light oil spray is optional but helps achieve a golden finish. Shake or flip fries halfway through cooking for even crisping. Avoid overcrowding the basket to prevent sogginess. Season fries immediately after cooking for better salt adhesion. Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-5 minutes; avoid microwaving to keep fries crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 3 ounces (85 g
- Calories: 150180
- Fat: 57
- Carbohydrates: 2530
- Fiber: 23
- Protein: 23
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