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    Published: Apr 11, 2023 by Kelly Bloom · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Air Fryer Frozen Crinkle Fries

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    plate of Ore-ida golden brown crinkle fries.

    Frozen crinkle fries in air fryer are a quick and easy way to get crispy, delicious fries without all the oil and fat of deep-frying. These fries are a quick, easy, and healthy way to enjoy your favorite snack.

    plate of Ore-ida golden brown fries.

    Why You Will Love This Recipe

    Air fryer crinkle fries are a quick, easy, and healthy way to enjoy your favorite snack.

    • Cooking fries in air fryer is much healthier than deep-fried crinkle fries.
    • Air fryer frozen crinkle fries are quick and easy to make. Simply add the fries to your air fryer basket and cook for a few minutes until they are crispy.
    • They are perfect for a quick snack or a side dish for your next meal.

    So next time you're in the mood for fries, reach for the frozen crinkle fries and your air fryer!

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    • Why You Will Love This Recipe
    • Frozen Crinkle Fries In Air Fryer Ingredients
    • How to Make Frozen Crinkle Fries In Air Fryer
    • Crinkle Fries Serving Suggestions
    • Related Recipes
    • Substitutions and Variations
    • Equipment
    • Storage & Reheating
    • Tips for Success
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Food Safety
    • Some Other Recipes We Are Sure You Will Love
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    Frozen Crinkle Fries In Air Fryer Ingredients

    I used Ore Ida crinkle fried in the air fryer, but any brand is fine!

    • Crinkle Fries - Frozen, do not defrost.
    • Vegetable oil - In an Oil Sprayer, but optional, as frozen crinkle fries have already been partially deep fried before freezing.
    • Salt
    • Fry Seasoning - Try out great French Fry Seasoning recipe!
    • Catsup - Or any dipping sauce. We have recipes for both Chick Fil A Sauce, and Big Mac Sauce. Both are PERFECT for dipping hot air fryer crinkle fries into!

    bag of Ore-Ida crinkle potato fries and bottle of season salt.

    Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    How to Make Frozen Crinkle Fries In Air Fryer

    One of the best tips for making golden browned frozen fries in the air fryer is keeping the layer of fries thin. This lets the hot convection air flow around and crisp up all the surface area of the fries.

    Spread Frozen Crinkle Fries in Air Fryer Basket

    1. Add the frozen fries to your air fryer basket in a single layer.

    PRO TIP: To get extra crisp crinkle fries, you can mist the frozen fries with some vegetable oil using an Oil Sprayer. It's not really needed though, as the fries already have enough oil on them.

    frozen potato fries in an air fryer basket.

    Air Fry Frozen Crinkle Fries

    1. Cook at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 6 minutes.

    2. Shake the air fryer basket halfway through cooking to help the fries cook evenly. Cook for an additional 6 minutes, or until the fries are golden brown and crispy.

    3. Season the fries to your liking. You can add salt, pepper, garlic powder, or try our delicious French Fry Seasoning recipe and . Serve and enjoy!

    golden brown fries in an air fryer.

    Crinkle Fries Serving Suggestions

    Serve these hot and crispy air fryer crinkle cut fries with Air Fryer Frozen Turkey Burgers, Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp, or a hearty Grinder Sandwich.

    Some of our other air fryer guides for popular frozen prepared foods are:

    • Air Fryer Dinosaur Nuggets
    • Air Fryer Turkey Burgers
    • Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls
    • Air Fryer Hot Pockets
    • Air Fryer Frozen Onion Rings

    plate of Ore-ida golden brown fries.

    Related Recipes

    • Crinkle Brownie Cookies
    • Red Velvet Cake Mix Crinkle Cookies
    • Frozen Sweet Potato Fries In Air Fryer
    • Bread and Butter Refrigerator Pickles
    • Air Fryer Pork Chops (No Breading)

    Substitutions and Variations

    Any brand of frozen fries will air fry pretty much the same. The only variances will be how many fries are in the air fryer basket, how big is the air fryer basket, the wattage of the air fryer basket, and the temperature you air fry the frozen crinkle fries.

    And, while catsup is great dipping hot crinkle fries in, our Chick Fil A Sauce or Big Mac Sauces are even better!

    Equipment

    Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Below are some of my favorite pieces of equipment that I use when making frozen crinkle fries in the air fryer.

    All air fryer vary a little bit. Be sure to check the fries half way though the cooking, and check to see if they are brown and crisp enough at the last two minutes of cook time.

    • Nuwave Brio Air Fryer - Rotisserie - Grill - This 15 quart countertop Smart Oven has three slide in trays, that all can be used at the same time. You can air fry rotisserie chickens, an SO mush more!
    • Nuwave Air Fryer 15 quart - This large family size basket air fryer has room to air fry enough for a large family!
    • Gourmia Digital Air Fryer 6 quart - This basket style air fryer will handle four frozen waffles in the air fryer.
    • Nuwave Air Fryer 3 quart - This compact basket air fryer is perfect for singles or a small family of 2 or 3. You can air fry two frozen waffles in 4 minutes.
    • Oil Sprayer - This is a perfect sprayer for spritzing a light coating of oil on vegetables, meats, and other prepared frozen foods before air frying. The tiny amount of oil ensures you get as amazing results as deep frying and roasting, with a fraction of the calories and splatter!

    Storage & Reheating

    Here are some tips on how to store and reheat leftover air fryer crinkle fries:

    • To store leftover fries, place them in an airtight container or bag and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
    • To reheat leftover fries, place them in a single layer in an air fryer basket and cook at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 3-5 minutes, or until heated through.
    • You can also reheat leftover air fryer crinkle fries in the oven. To do this, preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and place the fries in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until heated through.

    Tips for Success

    Here are a few top tips for air frying frozen crinkle fries:

    • You DON'T have to preheat an air fryer
    • Don't use non stick cooking spray in your air fryer, it can damage the heating element and degrade the coating on the air fryer basket.
    • Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket. If you add too many fries to the basket, they will not cook evenly.
    • Shake the air fryer basket halfway through cooking. This will help the fries cook evenly.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I air fry frozen crinkle fries without oil?

    You don't actually need to use ANY oil when cooking crinkle cut fries in air fryer. The fries are already par fried, meaning they have some oil on them already.

    Do I need to defrost the fries first?

    No, don't defrost the fries. Go straight from freezer to air fryer.

    Why are my frozen French fries soggy in the air fryer?

    The temperature was not hot enough. 350F is often too low to get crispy brown air fried crinkle fries. 425F is usually too hot. 375F to 400F is the best range, with 10 to 14 minutes cook time for the average air fryers.

    What cooking spray is best for air fryer?

    None. That's a trick question, as non stick cooking spray can damage your air fryer. Never use aerosol non stick cook sprays in air fryers.

    Food Safety

    • Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
    • Wash hands after touching raw meat
    • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
    • Never leave cooking food unattended
    • Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
    • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

    See more guidelines at USDA.gov.

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    Frozen Crinkle Fries In Air Fryer

    Frozen crinkle fries in air fryer are a quick and easy way to get crispy, delicious fries without all the oil and fat of deep-frying. These fries are a quick, easy, and healthy way to enjoy your favorite snack.
    Prep Time0 minutes mins
    Cook Time12 minutes mins
    Total Time12 minutes mins
    Course: Appetizers, Lunch
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 295kcal
    Author: Kelly Bloom

    Equipment

    • Nuwave Brio Air Fryer
    • Nuwave Air Fryer 15 quart
    • Gourmia Digital Air Fryer 6 quart
    • Nuwave Air Fryer 3 quart
    • Oil Sprayer

    Ingredients

    • 16 oz Ore Ida Crinkle Fries or any brand
    • Vegetable oil in Oil Sprayer, OPTIONAL
    • Catsup or any other dipping sauce
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • Add the frozen fries to your air fryer basket in a single layer.
      PRO TIP: To get extra crisp crinkle fries, you can mist the frozen fries with some vegetable oil using an Oil Sprayer. It's not really needed though, as the fries already have enough oil on them.
      16 oz Ore Ida Crinkle Fries, Vegetable oil
    • Cook at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 6 minutes.
    • Shake the air fryer basket halfway through cooking to help the fries cook evenly. Cook for an additional 6 minutes, or until the fries are golden brown and crispy.
    • Season the fries to your liking. You can add salt, pepper, garlic powder, or try our delicious French Fry Seasoning recipe. Serve and enjoy!
      Catsup

    Notes

    • You DON'T have to preheat an air fryer
    • Don't use non stick cooking spray in your air fryer, it can damage the heating element and degrade the coating on the air fryer basket.
    • Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket. If you add too many fries to the basket, they will not cook evenly.
    • Shake the air fryer basket halfway through cooking. This will help the fries cook evenly.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 295kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 556mg | Potassium: 488mg | Fiber: 5g | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg
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