Air Fryer Frozen French Fries
Temperature
400°F
200°C
Time
18 min
500g
Safe internal
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No minimum
If I could only show someone one thing the air fryer does, it would be fries. They come out crisp and golden with hardly any oil, none of that soggy middle, and the kids genuinely prefer them to the drive-thru. I just keep them in one layer and don't pile the basket up.
How to air fry frozen french fries
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Add the frozen french fries in a single layer. Don't overfill the basket.
- Cook for about 18 minutes, flipping or shaking halfway through.
Pro tip
For extra crispiness, shake the basket every 5 minutes.
How to tell when it's done
I cook them until they're deep golden and crisp right to the ends, giving the basket a few shakes along the way. The thick steak-cut ones always need a bit longer than the skinny fries.
Converting from an oven recipe
If your recipe is written for a conventional oven, lower the temperature by about 25°F (15°C) and reduce the time by roughly 20% to land near 400°F for 18 minutes. Need a different starting point? Use the conversion calculator.
Air fryer frozen french fries: FAQ
How long does it take to air fry frozen french fries?
Air fry frozen french fries at 400°F (200°C) for about 18 minutes, flipping or shaking halfway through. That's for 500g in a single layer; adjust slightly for a fuller basket or a different model.
What temperature do you air fry frozen french fries at?
Set the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). If you're converting an oven recipe, that's roughly 25°F (15°C) below the oven temperature, with the time cut by about 20%.
Can you cook french fries from frozen in an air fryer?
Yes - there's no need to thaw. Cook straight from frozen at 400°F (200°C) for about 18 minutes.