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Air Fryer Frozen French Fries

Perfectly crispy and golden frozen French fries made in the air fryer—no oil splatter, no fuss, and ready in minutes!
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4 side servings
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb frozen French fries straight cut, waffle, crinkle, or shoestring
  • 1 tsp olive oil spray optional for extra crispness
  • 1/4 tsp salt or to taste
  • additional seasonings e.g., garlic powder, paprika, or seasoned salt (optional)

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Bowl (optional for seasoning)

Method
 

  1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 2–3 minutes.
  2. Place frozen fries in air fryer basket in an even layer (some overlap is okay).
  3. Spray lightly with olive oil for extra crispiness (optional).
  4. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 10–15 minutes, shaking basket halfway through for even crisping.
  5. Check for desired crispiness—add 1–2 minutes if needed. Thicker fries may take slightly longer.
  6. Remove and season immediately with salt or your favorite spices. Serve hot.

Notes

Cooking time may vary by air fryer model and fry thickness. Shoestrings may cook faster; waffle or steak fries may need more time. For a flavor twist, toss hot fries with grated parmesan, ranch seasoning, or Cajun spice mix.