Loaded Fries
Loaded fries are the ultimate comfort food, combining crispy, golden fries with rich toppings for a mouthwatering experience. Perfect for game day or cozy nights in, this recipe features gooey cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and a drizzle of ranch dressing—making every bite an explosion of flavor. Easy to customize, these loaded fries will quickly become your go-to dish for sharing (or keeping all to yourself)!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bag frozen French fries (32 oz)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked bacon bits (about 6 strips)
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- ¼ cup ranch dressing
Instructions
- Preheat oven as per package instructions for fries. Spread frozen fries in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Once crispy, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the fries and return to the oven for about 5 minutes until melted.
- While waiting, cook bacon in a skillet until crispy; drain and crumble.
- Remove fries from the oven, let cool slightly, then top with crumbled bacon, sour cream, and ranch dressing.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg