Looking for a great way to use up some butternut squash? Air fryer butternut squash fries are a really good idea!
Easy to make and ready in minutes, these crispy yet tender squash fries make a nice seasonal side dish and are also great for dipping!
Recipe Tips/Substitutions
Before you head off to make butternut squash fries in the air fryer, be sure to read through these few recipe tips so that you know what to expect!
- We use a simple spice blend for these butternut squash fries. You can modify the blend however you like – even adding a bit of spice with something like cayenne pepper to the mix.
- We use the long, slender part of the butternut squash (the part at the opposite end of the round seed part) since this allows for easy cutting of straight fries, but of course you can use any part of the squash.
- Try to cut the fries roughly the same thickness so that will be done at the same time.
- Don’t overcrowd your air fryer – this could prevent the butternut squash fries from cooking evenly and getting slightly crispy.
We use this air fryer for our recipes and it has been great.
Step by Step Instructions
For the recipe steps on how to make butternut squash fries in an air fryer, you can follow the process photos in this section. This way you can see just how we make ours!
If you’re feeling confident and just want to get making squash fries in the air fryer without visuals, you can skip to the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
First, peel the butternut squash, then cut it in half and remove the seeds (if applicable). If you are just using the top part of the squash, there is no need to remove any seeds.
Then cut the squash into long fries approx 1/2-3/4 inch thick. This is easiest if you use the straighter upper section of the squash.
Be sure to cut the squash fries all roughly the same size to ensure even cooking.
Now, preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit.
Meanwhile, add the butternut squash fries, oil, garlic powder, salt, paprika, and black pepper into a mixing bowl.
Gently toss the fries until they are evenly coated in oil and spices.
Once the air fryer is hot, add the fries to the air fryer in one even layer. This makes it easier for them to cook and crisp evenly.
Cook the butternut squash fries for 13-18 minutes until tender and slightly browned on the outside.
Shake the air fryer basket every 5 minutes to help with even cooking and browning.
When done, remove the fries from the air fryer. You can garnish them with chopped parsley before serving them with your favorite dipping sauce.
They make a great seasonal side dish to go with other fall dishes like roasted turkey breast. Enjoy!
Storage Tips
These crispy butternut squash fries from the air fryer are best enjoyed hot and fresh.
However, if you have leftovers, you can store leftovers in a container in the fridge. Just keep in mind that they will get a bit soggy.
Properly stored, the butternut squash fries will last for around 4-5 days.
To reheat, toss the butternut squash fries back into the air fryer for a few minutes. Avoid the microwave unless you don’t mind them being very soft.
Related Recipes
If you are looking for more air fryer squash recipes, you’ve got a few tasty creations to choose from right here:
- Air Fryer Butternut Squash
- Air Fried Acorn Squash
- Air Fryer Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
- Spaghetti Squash in the Air Fryer
- Spaghetti Squash Rings in the Air Fryer
Air Fryer Butternut Squash Fries
Ingredients
- 1 pound butternut squash, see notes
- 2 teaspoons avocado oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 – 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Peel the butternut squash, cut it in half and remove the seeds (if applicable). If you are just using the top part of the squash, there is no need to remove any seeds.
- Then cut the squash into long fries approx 1/2-3/4 inch thick. This is easiest if you use the straighter upper section of the squash. Be sure to cut the squash fries all roughly the same size to ensure even cooking.
- Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Meanwhile, add the butternut squash fries, oil, garlic powder, salt, paprika, and black pepper into a mixing bowl. Gently toss the fries until they are evenly coated in oil and spices.
- Once the air fryer is hot, add the fries to the air fryer in one even layer. This makes it easier for them to cook and crisp evenly.
- Cook the butternut squash fries for 13-18 minutes until tender and slightly browned on the outside. Shake the air fryer basket every 5 minutes to help with even cooking and browning.
- When done, remove the fries from the air fryer. You can garnish them with chopped parsley before serving them with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- 1 pound of butternut squash is approximately half a medium-sized butternut squash. We like using the long, straight upper section of the squash (away from the seeds) for fries since it’s easy to cut and you don’t have to worry about removing any seeds first.
- You can also easily use the whole squash. Just double the ingredients listed below and cook the fries in two batches (unless you have a very large air fryer and can fit 2 pounds of squash fries without overcrowding).
Nutrition
This nutritional information has been estimated by an online nutrition calculator. It should only be seen as a rough calculation and not a replacement for professional dietary advice.
Easy easy, delicious & wonderful, didn’t change a thing! Thanks & blessings!
Must try! I Just made these last night. I am impressed on how delicious they came out.
Thanks for your comment, Mayra! I’m so happy to hear that you liked them.