How Long to Air Fry Whole Cauliflower

Air fry whole cauliflower at 375°F (190°C) for 22-30 minutes. Exact settings, when to shake, and how to tell when it is done.

375°F for 22 to 30 minutes.

  1. 1

    Preheat the air fryer to 375°F for 3 minutes.

  2. 2

    Arrange the whole cauliflower in a single layer with space between pieces. Crowding traps steam and stops browning.

  3. 3

    Air fry for 22 to 30 minutes.

  4. 4

    Start checking at 22 minutes. Every air fryer runs a little differently.

Use these settings as a starting point; thickness, quantity, and appliance model affect timing. How to use our cooking guides.

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