Loaded Sweet Potato Fries (Printable Version)

Crispy waffle fries with cheddar, ranch, bacon, and green onions in a shareable dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fries

01 - 1.3 lbs frozen sweet potato waffle fries

→ Toppings

02 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
03 - 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
04 - 1/4 cup ranch dressing
05 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
07 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Spread sweet potato waffle fries in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
02 - Bake fries for 25 to 30 minutes, turning halfway through, until crisp and golden brown.
03 - Remove fries from oven and evenly sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
04 - Return fries to oven for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
05 - Transfer fries to a large platter, drizzle with ranch dressing, then sprinkle with crumbled bacon, green onions, parsley if using, and black pepper.
06 - Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in 40 minutes, which means you can satisfy a craving before it passes.
  • The contrast between crispy fries, melted cheese, and cool ranch is genuinely addictive.
  • Works equally well as a side dish or the main event when you're not in the mood for actual cooking.
02 -
  • If you let the fries cool before topping them, the cheese won't melt properly and you'll be eating lukewarm disappointment.
  • The waffle fries must be arranged in a single layer—crowding them means steam instead of crispiness, and that changes everything.
03 -
  • Use a wire rack under your fries if you have one—it lets heat circulate underneath for even crisping from all sides.
  • Add toppings while fries are still steaming so flavors meld together instead of feeling like separate elements fighting for attention.
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