Description
Crispy Cajun‑seasoned fries loaded with gooey cheddar, a tangy spicy‑ranch drizzle, and bright pops of pickled jalapeños and green onions. They come together fast and disappear even faster, perfect for game day, movie night, or anytime a snack attack strikes!
Ingredients
Scale
Fries & Seasoning
- 1 lb (450 g) frozen waffle fries
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp Cajun seasoning, divided
Toppings
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ⅓ cup spicy ranch dressing
- ¼ cup sliced green onions
- ¼ cup pickled jalapeños, patted dry
Instructions
Heat It Up
- Preheat oven or air fryer to 425 °F (218 °C).
Season & Bake
- Spread fries in a single layer on a rimmed sheet or in the air‑fryer basket.
- Drizzle with olive oil, toss to coat, and sprinkle with ½ Tbsp Cajun seasoning.
- Bake 20–25 minutes (oven) or air‑fry 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden‑brown.
Cheese Time
- While fries are screaming hot, shower them with cheddar.
- Pop back in for 2–3 minutes (if needed) until cheese melts into every nook.
Finish with Flair
- Drizzle spicy ranch in a fun zigzag.
- Top with green onions, pickled jalapeños, and the remaining Cajun seasoning.
- Serve immediately, bonus points for extra ranch or hot sauce on the side!
Notes
- Need It Vegan? Swap dairy‑free cheese and plant‑based ranch.
- Mild Version: Skip jalapeños and cut Cajun seasoning in half.
- Extra‑Crunch Tip: Warm your serving platter so fries stay crisp longer.
- DIY Cajun Blend: Mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cayenne, salt, and pepper to control the heat.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Appetizer / Side
- Method: Baking or Air‑Frying
- Cuisine: American (Southern)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 230 g
- Calories: 475 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Protein: 12 g
Keywords: Louisiana Voodoo Fries, Cajun fries, loaded fries, spicy ranch fries, game‑day snack, Southern appetizer, vegetarian party food