Pizza Fries: Recipe
Pizza Fries is a delicious and easy-to-make comfort food recipe that combines crispy crinkle-cut fries with melted mozzarella cheese, savory mini pepperoni slices, and flavorful marinara sauce, all topped with grated Parmesan and Italian seasoning. Perfect as a snack or appetizer, this dish brings the classic flavors of pizza in a fun and shareable fries form.
- Author: Zane
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-32 minutes
- Total Time: 35-37 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Fries
- 1 bag (28 oz) frozen crinkle-cut fries
Cheese & Toppings
- 2 cups shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup mini pepperoni slices
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Sauce & Seasoning
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) and allow it to fully preheat to ensure crispy fries.
- Cook the fries: Spread the frozen crinkle-cut fries evenly on a large baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- Add toppings: Remove the fries from the oven, spread them evenly, then spoon the marinara sauce over the fries. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and mini pepperoni slices on top, followed by a sprinkle of grated Parmesan and Italian seasoning.
- Melt the cheese: Return the loaded fries to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve immediately: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your pizza fries hot for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute the mini pepperoni with sliced olives or mushrooms for a vegetarian option.
- To make it spicier, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes along with the Italian seasoning.
- For crispier fries, avoid overcrowding the baking sheet when baking.
- Use fresh mozzarella if you prefer a creamier texture, but adjust the quantity slightly as it contains more moisture.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness rather than the microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 140g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0.2g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: pizza fries, cheesy fries, pepperoni fries, snack recipe, appetizer, easy comfort food