Loaded Sweet Potato Fries (Printable)

Crispy sweet potato waffle fries topped with cheddar, bacon, ranch, and fresh green onions.

# What You Need:

→ Fries

01 - 1.3 pounds 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

# Step-by-Step Guide:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're ready in under 40 minutes and require almost no skill—perfect when you need something impressive without the stress.
  • The contrast between crispy fries and creamy ranch is genuinely addictive, and everyone wants seconds.
  • You can customize the toppings endlessly, so it works whether you're feeding bacon lovers or vegetarians.
02 -
  • Do not—I repeat, do not—add the toppings before serving or the ranch will make your fries soggy and sad within minutes.
  • If you have even a moment of doubt about whether the fries are crispy enough, they probably need another 2–3 minutes; watery fries ruin everything.
03 -
  • Use a baking sheet with slightly raised edges to catch any cheese drips and prevent mess—and preheat it while your oven heats for even crispier bottoms.
  • If you're cooking bacon specifically for this dish, save that rendered fat and toss your fries in a tiny bit of it before baking for flavor that's almost impossible to describe but everyone will notice.
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