Loaded Fries are crispy French fries covered with warm cheese sauce, crispy bacon, sour cream, and fresh chives. They’re an easy appetizer or snack that’s perfect for game day, parties, or anytime you’re craving cheesy fries.
Loaded cheese fries are one of my favorite appetizers to order at a restaurant, so of course I had to make them at home. I usually start with frozen fries in the air fryer, but you can use your favorite fries and pile on the toppings you love.
Why I Love Loaded Fries
About the Ingredients ⭐
- French Fries – Use your favorite cooked fries. I like making Frozen Air Fryer Fries for this.
- Bacon – Cooked and crumbled bacon or bacon bits both work. Air Fryer Bacon is an easy option.
- Cheese Sauce – Use your favorite warm cheese sauce or homemade cheese dipping sauce.
- Sour Cream – Adds a cool, creamy topping.
- Chives – Add fresh flavor and a little color.
Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below
How to Make Loaded Fries
Cook the Fries: Prepare the French fries until hot and crispy, then arrange them on a serving plate or platter.
Add the Cheese & Bacon: Pour warm cheese sauce over the fries and sprinkle with crumbled bacon.
Add the Toppings: Finish with sour cream and fresh chives.
How to Make a French Fry Charcuterie Board
Add the Bowls: Arrange small bowls of cheese sauce, sour cream, and your favorite dipping sauces around the board.
Arrange the Fries: Place different varieties of cooked fries around the bowls. I used five different types of fries for my board.
Add the Toppings: Add bacon, chives, or other toppings around the board, then serve while the fries are hot and crispy.
Questions Readers Ask Most
What are the best fries for loaded fries?
Use any fries you like. Straight-cut, crinkle-cut, waffle fries, or seasoned fries all work well.
What other toppings can I add to loaded fries?
Try green onions, jalapeños, diced tomatoes, ranch, pulled pork, chili, or your favorite shredded cheese.
How do I keep loaded fries from getting soggy?
Cook the fries until extra crispy and add the cheese sauce and toppings just before serving.
Loaded Fries
Loaded Fries are crispy French fries topped with warm cheese sauce, bacon, sour cream, and fresh chives.
Ingredients
- 32 oz bag of frozen french fries cooked
- 1 cup of your favorite cheese sauce
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup chopped chives
- 4 strips of chopped bacon
French Fry Serving Board or Charcuterie board
- Large cutting board or serving tray.
- Small bowls for toppings.
- Several types of French Fries.
- Crumbled Bacon.
Instructions
- Cook the French fries according to the package directions until golden and crispy. Arrange the hot fries on a large serving platter.
- Warm the cheese sauce and drizzle it evenly over the fries.
- Sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the cheese-covered fries.
- Add dollops of sour cream and sprinkle with fresh chives.
- Serve immediately while the fries are hot and crispy.
Notes
For the crispiest loaded fries, cook the fries until golden and add the cheese sauce and toppings just before serving.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
4 ozAmount Per Serving: Calories: 554Total Fat: 33gSaturated Fat: 10gUnsaturated Fat: 23gCholesterol: 44mgSodium: 790mgCarbohydrates: 52gFiber: 6gSugar: 2gProtein: 13g
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