5-Min Air Fry Ore Ida Golden Crinkles – Perfectly Crispy Joy!
In just 5 minutes, frozen Ore Ida Golden Crinkles become crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and totally irresistible! Skip the oven—your air fryer makes restaurant-style fries with ease. Perfect as a side, snack, or party treat.
Equipment
- airfryer
- Tongs or spatula
Ingredients
- 1 bag Ore Ida Golden Crinkles any size
- Optional seasonings: sea salt garlic powder, Parmesan, Cajun spice, smoked paprika
Instructions
- No Preheat Needed – Most air fryers cook frozen Golden Crinkles perfectly without preheating.
- Arrange the Fries – Place fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Small overlap is okay; for larger batches, cook in two rounds.
- Air Fry & Shake – Cook at 400°F for 5 minutes. Shake the basket halfway through for even browning.
- Serve Hot – Transfer immediately; crispy outside, fluffy inside. Add optional seasonings while fries are hot for better adhesion.
Notes
💡 Tips & Variations
- Classic Salt & Pepper – Always satisfying and simple.
- Garlic Parmesan – Toss fries with garlic powder & Parmesan after cooking.
- Smoky Paprika or Cajun Kick – Adds bold flavor.
- Everything Bagel or Ranch – Fun, trendy, and kid-friendly.
- For best results, don’t overcrowd the basket and always shake halfway through cooking.
- Pair with Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls And Air Fryer Lamb Shoulder burgers, grilled cheese, or roasted chicken.
- Dipping sauces: ketchup, honey mustard, ranch, BBQ, sriracha mayo, or garlic aioli.
- Make loaded fries with cheese, bacon bits, chili, or buffalo chicken.
- Set up a DIY fry bar for parties with toppings and sauces.
- Store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Air fryer at 400°F for 1–2 minutes restores crispiness.
- Freezer Prep: Partially cook (~3 min), cool, freeze. Cook frozen for 3–4 additional minutes.