Description
Pizza Fries combine the crispy, golden goodness of baked French fries topped with classic pizza ingredients like marinara sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, and flavorful seasonings. This easy-to-make appetizer or snack mimics the taste of pizza with a fun, shareable twist perfect for game days or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Fries
- 1 pound frozen French fries
Toppings
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the frozen French fries package to ensure proper cooking.
- Arrange Fries: Spread the frozen French fries in a single layer on a baking sheet to allow even cooking and crispiness.
- Bake Fries: Bake the fries as per the package instructions until they turn golden brown and crispy, which usually takes about 15-20 minutes.
- Remove Fries: Take the baking sheet out of the oven carefully once the fries are cooked through and crispy.
- Add Marinara Sauce: Evenly spread the marinara sauce over the hot fries to create a flavorful base.
- Sprinkle Mozzarella: Layer the shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the marinara sauce to mimic the classic pizza cheese layer.
- Add Pepperoni: Distribute the sliced pepperoni evenly over the cheese, adding a savory meat topping.
- Season the Fries: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes evenly across the top for added flavor complexity.
- Bake to Melt Cheese: Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool Slightly: Remove from the oven and let the pizza fries cool slightly so the cheese can set and it’s safe to eat.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm and enjoy the delicious, cheesy, crispy pizza fries!
Notes
- For extra crispiness, choose shoestring or thin-cut fries.
- You can customize toppings by adding vegetables like bell peppers or olives.
- Use turkey pepperoni or omit it to make a vegetarian version.
- Serve with extra marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping.
- If you prefer, use fresh mozzarella for a creamier melt.