Air Fryer Cheese Fries With Bacon
Crispy air fryer cheese fries with melted cheddar, crispy bacon, and golden fries — an easy loaded snack or game day appetizer.
Quick Facts
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
Frozen French fries – 16 oz (450 g)
Shredded cheddar cheese – 1 cup
Shredded mozzarella cheese – ½ cup
Cooked bacon, crumbled – 4 slices
Fresh parsley, chopped – 1 tbsp
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Directions
1. Air fry the frozen fries at 400°F (200°C) for 10–12 minutes until golden and crispy.
2. Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella evenly over the fries.
3. Return to the air fryer for 1–2 minutes until the cheese is melted.
4. Top with crumbled bacon, parsley, salt, and pepper. Serve immediately.
Notes / Tips
Cook the fries until fully crisp before adding cheese.
Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melt.
Serve immediately for the best texture and cheese pull.
Variations
Garlic Cheese Fries: Add ½ tsp garlic powder before air frying.
Loaded Ranch Fries: Drizzle with ranch dressing before serving.
Spicy Cheese Fries: Add sliced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 420
Fat: 22 g
Carbohydrates: 40 g
Protein: 16 g
Fiber: 4 g
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 760 mg
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