Loaded Bacon Cheese Fries
Crispy fries topped with melted cheese, savory bacon, and fresh green onions, offering a rich and satisfying snack or side perfect for gatherings and indulgent cravings.
Equipment
- 1 oven for baking fries and melting cheese
- 1 air fryer optional for cooking fries
- 1 oven-safe platter or baking sheet to assemble loaded fries
Ingredients
- 1.5 –2 lbs frozen or fresh fries
- 1½ –2 cups shredded cheese cheddar, mozzarella, or blend
- 8 –10 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- 2 –3 green onions sliced
- Optional toppings: sour cream ranch dressing, jalapeños, diced tomatoes
Instructions
- Cook the fries by baking, air frying, or frying according to package or preferred method until golden and crispy.
- Spread hot fries evenly onto an oven-safe platter or baking sheet.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese and crumbled bacon evenly over the fries.
- Place under the broiler or in the oven for a few minutes to melt the cheese until bubbly.
- Remove from heat and top with sliced green onions and any optional toppings like sour cream, jalapeños, or diced tomatoes.
- Serve immediately while hot and cheesy.
Notes
- Use a cheddar and Monterey Jack blend for best melt.
- Enhance flavor with ranch, hot sauce, or chipotle mayo.
- Add pulled pork or grilled chicken for a full meal.
- Serve with ketchup or BBQ sauce for dipping.