Cheesy BBQ Fries with Ranch (Printable)

Crispy fries with BBQ seasoning, melted cheese, and creamy ranch dip—a perfect crowd-pleasing snack or side dish.

# What You Need:

→ Fries

01 - 28 oz frozen French fries
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 teaspoons BBQ seasoning blend

→ Toppings

04 - 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

→ Homemade Ranch Dip

06 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
07 - 1/2 cup sour cream
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
10 - 1 teaspoon dried dill
11 - 1 garlic clove, minced
12 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
13 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
14 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
15 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

# How-To:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss frozen fries with olive oil and BBQ seasoning until evenly coated. Spread fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
04 - In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, chives, parsley, dill, minced garlic, lemon juice, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly and refrigerate until serving.
05 - Remove fries from oven and immediately distribute shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Return to oven for 2 to 3 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
06 - Transfer fries to a serving platter and garnish with sliced spring onions. Serve immediately with chilled ranch dip on the side.

# Expert Hacks:

01 -
  • It transforms ordinary frozen fries into something worthy of a party platter with minimal effort.
  • The smoky BBQ seasoning and gooey melted cheese hit every comfort food craving at once.
  • Homemade ranch dip tastes leagues better than store bought and takes just five minutes to whisk together.
  • You can prep the dip ahead and bake the fries right before guests arrive, making hosting effortless.
02 -
  • If you skip flipping the fries halfway through, the bottoms will stay pale and limp while the tops brown, so set a timer and don't forget.
  • Add the cheese only after the fries are fully crispy, or the moisture from melting cheese will soften them and ruin the texture.
  • Let the ranch dip sit in the fridge for at least ten minutes so the dried dill can rehydrate and the garlic mellows out.
03 -
  • Use a wire rack on top of your baking sheet so hot air circulates under the fries and they crisp up on all sides.
  • Make a double batch of ranch dip because it disappears fast and you'll want extra for veggies, wings, or sandwiches later in the week.
  • For a smokier twist, add a pinch of smoked paprika or chipotle powder to the BBQ seasoning before tossing the fries.
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