Butternut squash

Peeled squash cubes with tender centers.

Fresh, 1-inch cubes

1 butternut squash, peeled and seeded, cut into approximately 1-inch cubes; oil lightly and cook in single-layer batches.

Air fryer setting
400°F
Cooking time
16-18 min

°C settings are rounded to the nearest 5°C. Start checking at the earlier time.

Preheat
Follow your fryer manual
Turn or shake
Shake halfway.

At the basket

  1. Peel, remove seeds and cut the squash into equal cubes; coat with oil and seasoning.
  2. Spread in one layer and shake halfway; finish when a fork enters easily.

Before you cook

  • The source uses batches for a larger squash. Extra weight is not converted into extra minutes.

Source notes

Reference research, not cooking tests by this site. Reviewed .

Air Frying Foodie (Becky Abbott)Timing reference
Air Fryer Butternut Squash

1-inch cubes; 400°F for 16–18 minutes; shake halfway.

Location: Recipe card and preparation section

Cook SmartsCross-check
Air Fryer Cooking Times Cheat Sheet

400°F, 15–20 minutes.

Location: Page 4, Butternut squash, chopped