Super Bowl Cheese Fries (Printable)
Crispy golden fries layered with cheddar, beef bacon, and fresh green onions for a flavorful bite.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fries
01 - 2.2 lbs frozen French fries or homemade potato fries
02 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
→ Toppings
03 - 7 oz beef bacon, chopped
04 - 7 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
05 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
06 - 1/4 cup sour cream (optional)
07 - 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
→ Seasoning
08 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
09 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F.
02 - Spread the fries on a baking sheet. Drizzle with vegetable oil, sprinkle with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
03 - Bake fries for 25–30 minutes or until golden and crispy, flipping halfway through.
04 - While fries bake, cook chopped beef bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5–7 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
05 - Once fries are cooked, transfer to an ovenproof dish. Sprinkle evenly with shredded cheddar cheese and cooked beef bacon.
06 - Return to the oven for 3–5 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted.
07 - Remove from oven. Top with sliced spring onions and jalapeño if using. Serve immediately, with sour cream on the side if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The combination of crispy fries and beef bacon creates layers of crunch in every bite
- Melting the cheese directly on the fries makes it cling perfectly instead of sliding off
- These are guaranteed to disappear before halftime even arrives
02 -
- Beef bacon renders differently than pork bacon so watch it closely after 5 minutes to prevent burning
- Transfer fries to your serving dish before adding cheese or the edges will overcook while the cheese melts
- These must be served immediately because the cheese firms up quickly and you lose that glorious pull
03 -
- Skip the baking sheet step and use an air fryer if you want even crispier fries in less time
- Sprinkle a little extra cheese on top right at the end and broil for 30 seconds to get those gorgeous browned spots