Description
Cheesy Loaded Fries are crispy golden fries topped with melted cheese, crispy bacon, and green onions — the ultimate comfort food and perfect for sharing as an appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb frozen French fries or homemade fries
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1/4 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: jalapeño slices for extra heat
Instructions
- Cook fries according to package instructions or until golden and crispy if homemade.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) if using store-bought fries and you’re melting cheese in the oven.
- Arrange cooked fries on a baking sheet or oven-safe dish.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the fries.
- Top with crumbled bacon.
- Bake in the oven for 5–7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and top with green onions.
- Serve hot with sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- You can use mozzarella, pepper jack, or a cheese blend for variation.
- Make it vegetarian by omitting the bacon or using plant-based alternatives.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 portion
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg