Tofu Air Fryer Cooking Time
Extra-firm tofu in 1-inch cubes, single layer.
Temperature400°F200°C
Time12–15minutes
Shake at 7 minutes.
Golden and firm on all sides with a distinct chew at the edges.
How to cook Tofu in an air fryer
- Press it for at least 15 minutes. Unpressed tofu steams and never crisps — this is the whole game.
- Extra-firm only. Silken and soft tofu fall apart.
- Toss in cornstarch before the oil for a noticeably crunchier crust.
Common questions
How long do you air fry Tofu?
Tofu takes 12–15 minutes at 400°F (200°C) in an air fryer. Shake at 7 minutes.
Do you have to press tofu before air frying?
Yes, if you want it crisp. Tofu is mostly water; unpressed it steams in its own moisture and stays soft no matter how long you cook it.
How do you get really crispy air fryer tofu?
Press it, cube it, toss in cornstarch, then oil, then cook at 400°F shaking once. The cornstarch is what creates the crust.
Converting your own recipe
If you have an oven recipe for Tofu and want to work it out yourself, the rule is to drop the temperature by 25°F and cut the time by 20%. The oven to air fryer converter does it for you.