Loaded Sweet Potato Waffle Fries with Cheddar, Bacon, and Ranch Recipe
Loaded Sweet Potato Fries are a delicious appetizer or snack featuring crispy baked sweet potato waffle fries topped with melted sharp cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, ranch dressing, green onions, fresh parsley, and black pepper for a flavorful and visually appealing dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-33 minutes
- Total Time: 40-43 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potato Fries
- 1.3 pounds frozen sweet potato waffle fries
Toppings
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat and Arrange Fries: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Arrange the frozen sweet potato waffle fries in a single layer on a large baking sheet to ensure even cooking.
- Bake Fries: Bake the fries for 25 to 30 minutes, turning them halfway through to promote crispness and golden coloring on all sides.
- Add Cheese: Remove the fries from the oven and immediately sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the hot fries.
- Melt Cheese: Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
- Assemble Loaded Fries: Transfer the cheesy fries to a serving platter and evenly drizzle the ranch dressing over the top for a creamy, tangy flavor.
- Add Final Toppings: Sprinkle the crumbled cooked bacon, sliced green onions, chopped parsley if using, and freshly ground black pepper over the fries to finish the dish with color and extra flavor.
Notes
- For crispier fries, spread them out to avoid overlapping on the baking sheet.
- Use thick-cut bacon for more substantial pieces and enhanced flavor.
- Fresh parsley garnish is optional but adds a nice color contrast and freshness.
- Ranch dressing can be substituted with sour cream or blue cheese dressing for different flavor profiles.
- Adjust the amount of cheese and bacon according to your preference for cheesiness and meatiness.
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