Air Fryer Bacon Parmesan Fries
Crispy homemade air fryer fries tossed with dry Ranch seasoning and topped with grated Parmesan cheese and crumbled bacon.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- mixing bowl (large)
- knife or French fry cutter
- clean kitchen towel
Ingredients
- 2 large Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons dry Ranch seasoning mix
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup cooked bacon crumbled
Instructions
- Wash the potatoes and cut into ¼-inch French fries using a knife or French fry cutter.2 large Russet potatoes
- Place the cut potatoes in cold water and soak for at least 1 hour. For an overnight soak, refrigerate the bowl.
- Drain the fries and pat them completely dry with a clean towel.
- Transfer the potatoes to a mixing bowl and toss with the olive oil, dry Ranch seasoning mix, and salt.2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons dry Ranch seasoning mix, ½ teaspoon salt
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F for 3 minutes.
- Arrange the fries in a single layer in the basket. Air fry at 350°F for 10 minutes, shake the basket, then cook for another 8 to 10 minutes, until crisp.
- If cooking in batches, keep the finished fries warm on a rack in a 180 to 200°F oven.
- Sprinkle the hot fries with Parmesan cheese and crumbled cooked bacon. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, ¼ cup cooked bacon
Notes
🥡 Storage: Store leftover fries in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
♨️ Reheating: Reheat the fries in the air fryer at 350°F for 4 to 5 minutes, until hot and crisp. Avoid microwaving if you want to keep them crispy.
❄️ Freezing: Freezing the cooked fries with the Parmesan and bacon toppings is not recommended because the texture can suffer.
💡 Tips for Best Results: Cut the potatoes evenly, soak them in cold water for at least 1 hour, and dry them thoroughly before seasoning. Cook in a single layer, shake the basket halfway through, and work in batches as needed.
🍳 Alternate Cooking Methods: No alternate cooking method has been tested. This recipe is designed for the air fryer.
♻️ Leftovers: Refresh leftover fries in the air fryer and serve them with your favorite dipping sauce or alongside burgers and sandwiches.
📝 Notes: Cut and soak the potatoes overnight in cold water in the refrigerator for easy prep. Cook and crumble the bacon ahead of time if desired. For a spicy variation, add red pepper flakes, chili powder, banana peppers, or jalapeños. Fresh herbs make a delicious finishing touch. Serve with Ranch, blue cheese dressing, ketchup, honey mustard, or spicy aioli.
Nutrition
Calories: 288kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 1091mg | Potassium: 816mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 59IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 2mg
