Dairy-Free Loaded Cheese Fries with Bacon
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Dairy-Free Loaded Cheese Fries with Bacon, a crowd-pleasing dish that's both flavorful and allergen-friendly. Perfectly baked golden French fries serve as the base for a creamy, plant-based cheese sauce made from almond milk, nutritional yeast, and aromatic spices like garlic powder and paprika. Crispy smoked turkey bacon adds a savory crunch while fresh green onions, parsley, and optional jalapeño slices deliver layers of texture and zesty flair. This healthier spin on classic loaded cheese fries is entirely dairy-free, offering a guilt-free indulgence for anyone avoiding lactose. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is perfect for game days, casual gatherings, or whenever you need a bold and satisfying appetizer.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 24 ounces frozen French fries
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons arrowroot powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 6 slices smoked turkey bacon
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Arrange the frozen French fries on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until they are golden and crispy.
While fries are baking, prepare the dairy-free cheese sauce. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the coconut oil.
Add the unsweetened almond milk, nutritional yeast, arrowroot powder, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir continuously until the mixture begins to thicken and bubble, about 5-7 minutes.
Once thickened, remove the cheese sauce from the heat and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the turkey bacon slices until they are crispy, about 6-8 minutes, turning halfway through. Remove from heat and chop into bite-sized pieces.
Once the fries are ready, remove them from the oven and transfer them to a serving dish. Drizzle the dairy-free cheese sauce over the fries.
Top the cheese-drizzled fries with crispy turkey bacon pieces, chopped green onions, parsley, and sliced jalapeños if desired.
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy the savory flavors of dairy-free loaded cheese fries.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1696 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.5 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.2 g | 161% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 4458 mg | 194% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 202.7 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.7 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.7 g | ||
| Protein | 46.4 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 557 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 4185 mg | 89% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
