Oven-Baked Cheese Fries Recipe

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Switch up your basic roasted potatoes with these Oven-Baked Cheese Fries! You can indulge in these without worrying about the deep-fried heaviness of the restuarant versions.
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Oven-Baked Cheese Fries covered with homemade ranch dressing on a baking sheet

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The next time we have friends over for dinner this is what I’m putting out for an appetizer—Oven-Baked Cheese “Fries”! This new recipe would be great as a side dish to any family dinner as well … talk about switching things up from your same ol’ boring roasted potatoes.

I haven’t had cheese fries in so long that I forgot how good they are. And now we can enjoy them without the deep-fried heaviness from your typical restaurant version. There’s no reason not to indulge in tasty oven-baked potatoes, organic cheese & bacon, and homemade ranch dressing … yum!

Table of Contents
  1. Best Potatoes to use for Oven-Baked Cheese Fries?
  2. Do I Need to Bake with Aluminum Foil?
  3. Other Favorite Appetizer Recipes
  4. Oven-Baked Cheese Fries

Best Potatoes to use for Oven-Baked Cheese Fries?

I would recommend using a Russet potato or something similar for this recipe. They are high in starch and low in moisture which leads to nice fluffy fries with crispy skins.

Do I Need to Bake with Aluminum Foil?

If you’re concerned about using tinfoil while cooking you can omit that step. I like to use it for easy clean-up. Do be sure to spray your baking surface with oil so that the potatoes do not stick. For those interested in learning more about why we think it’s okay to occasionally cook with foil you may find this scientific article helpful.

Other Favorite Appetizer Recipes

Whether you’re having people over or you make these as a side dish for your family dinners, these recipes will not disappoint. Here are a few more of our favorite appetizer recipes …

Oven-Baked Cheese Fries

Switch up your basic roasted potatoes with these Oven-Baked Cheese Fries! You can indulge in these without worrying about the deep-fried heaviness of the restuarant versions.
5 Reviews / 5 Average
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Sides, Snacks & Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Method: One Pot / Sheet Pan
Diet: Egg Free, Gluten Free, Peanut/Tree Nut-Free
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Servings: 4
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Ingredients
  

For the "Fries"

  • olive oil
  • 3 medium potatoes ((Russet baking potatoes or similar), 2 lbs total)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 3 pieces cooked bacon (crumbled)

For the Ranch Dressing

  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh chives (chopped (+ extra for garnish, if desired))
  • 1 teaspoon fresh-squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 small garlic clove (minced)
  • salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven broiler to high. Line a sheet pan with foil for easy clean-up (optional) and spray or drizzle with a little olive oil.
  • Cut the potatoes into wedges and place in one even layer on the baking sheet. Spray or drizzle with a little more olive oil and sprinkle the salt on top.
  • Place in the oven about 8 to 10 inches below the heating element and cook for about 10 minutes, until the potatoes begin to brown. Flip over and cook for another 8 or 10 minutes, until brown and tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together all the ranch dressing ingredients and set aside.
  • Once the potatoes are done, sprinkle the cheese evenly over top and put them back in the oven for 30-60 seconds, just long enough for the cheese to melt. Remove from oven, sprinkle the crumbled bacon on top, drizzle with the ranch dressing, garnish with extra chives (if desired), and serve.

Notes

We recommend organic ingredients when feasible. 
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Oven-Baked Cheese Fries
Amount Per Serving
Calories 336 Calories from Fat 162
% Daily Value*
Fat 18g28%
Saturated Fat 11g69%
Cholesterol 54mg18%
Sodium 604mg26%
Potassium 764mg22%
Carbohydrates 30g10%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 15g30%
Vitamin A 568IU11%
Vitamin C 33mg40%
Calcium 360mg36%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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I hope you enjoy this better-for-you makeover of an old favorite. So good!

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Lisa is a wife, mother, foodie, blogger, and #1 New York Times Best-selling author who is on a mission to cut out processed food.

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  1. Sharina

    5 stars
    This oven-baked cheese fries recipe is one of my go-to movie night snacks recipes! It is cooked to perfection and tastes incredibly delicious and satisfying!

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  2. Julianne

    5 stars
    These were so fun and very tasty! I love the combination of the ranch dressing and bacon, which always makes everything taste better!

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  4. Sage Scott

    5 stars
    Due to a mammalian meat allergy, I had to make these without the bacon, but they were still delicious. Cheesy, creamy, potato-y — all kinds of YUM!

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  7. Pam Tanner

    Lisa, thank you for this recipe! Excited to try it but since I’m prediabetic do you think sweet potatoes would work just as well?

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  9. Bill Colvard

    Thank you.
    I’m especially excited about a ranch dressing recipe that doesn’t use powdered mixes!!!

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