Description
Crispy oven-baked fries loaded with creamy homemade cheese sauce, bold Cajun seasoning, and cool ranch drizzle—these Louisiana Voodoo Fries are a crave-worthy copycat packed with cheesy, spicy flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes, cut into fries (or 1½ pounds frozen French fries)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (if using fresh potatoes)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- If using fresh potatoes, toss fries with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy. If using frozen fries, bake according to package instructions until extra crispy.
- While fries bake, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. Stir continuously until fully melted and smooth.
- Mix in garlic powder and smoked paprika. Remove from heat.
- Once fries are done, immediately sprinkle with Cajun seasoning while hot.
- Pour warm cheese sauce evenly over the fries.
- Drizzle ranch dressing on top and add hot sauce if desired.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, soak fresh cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before baking and pat dry thoroughly.
- Adjust Cajun seasoning and hot sauce to control spice level.
- Cheese sauce can be made up to 2 days ahead and reheated gently with a splash of milk or cream.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven or air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes for best texture.
- Add cooked chopped chicken for a heartier version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
