Louisiana Voodoo Fries Recipe
Indulge in the bold flavors of Louisiana with these irresistible Voodoo Fries. Crispy seasoned fries topped with a gooey homemade cheese sauce and a drizzle of ranch dressing, these loaded fries are perfect for a savory snack or appetizer.
- Author: nova
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Louisiana
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Fries:
- 28–32 oz frozen French fries
- 1 ½ teaspoons brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons ranch dressing, plus more for dipping
For the Cheese Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- ⅔ cup milk
- 2 cups medium cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
- Preheat oven: Follow the temperature on your frozen fries’ package. Line 2 baking sheets with foil and coat with cooking spray.
- Mix seasoning: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Season fries: Spread frozen fries in a single layer on baking sheets. Sprinkle with seasoning blend, saving about ½ teaspoon for topping later.
- Coat and bake: Toss fries to coat evenly with seasoning. Bake according to package instructions, rotating trays halfway through if needed, until crispy.
- Make cheese sauce: While fries bake, melt butter in a medium skillet over medium-low heat.
- Form roux: Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes, whisking constantly.
- Add milk: Slowly pour in the milk, whisking until smooth and combined.
- Melt cheese: Simmer to thicken, then gradually stir in cheddar cheese until fully melted and smooth.
- Keep warm: Reduce heat to low. Add a splash of milk if sauce becomes too thick.
- Assemble fries: On a plate, layer ¼ of the fries. Spoon over ¼ cup cheese sauce.
- Top with ranch: Drizzle with 1 tablespoon ranch dressing. Sprinkle a pinch of reserved seasoning on top if desired.
- Repeat: Continue layering remaining fries, cheese sauce, and ranch for 3 more servings.
- Serve: Serve immediately with extra ranch, cheese sauce, or ketchup for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Voodoo Fries, Loaded Fries, Cheese Fries, Louisiana Fries