Dairy-Free Homemade Waffle Fries

Crispy, golden, and completely dairy-free, these homemade waffle fries are the perfect snack or side dish that everyone will love! Made from fresh russet potatoes and seasoned with a flavorful blend of paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper, these oven-baked waffle fries are light, crunchy, and packed with savory goodness. Using a mandoline slicer, you’ll achieve the signature crisscross pattern, while a quick soak in cold water ensures perfectly crunchy results. Tossed in olive oil and dusted with cornstarch for an irresistibly crispy texture, these fries bake to perfection in just 35 minutes—no deep fryer required! Perfect for pairing with your favorite dipping sauce or serving at your next game-day gathering, this recipe delivers a healthier, homemade twist on classic fries that’s both vegan and gluten-free.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Large russet potatoes
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 as needed Non-stick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).

Step 2

Wash and peel the russet potatoes. Use a mandoline slicer with a waffle blade to slice the potatoes into waffle shapes. Rotate the potato 90 degrees between each slice to achieve the crisscross pattern.

Step 3

Place the sliced potatoes in a large bowl of cold water and let them soak for about 5 minutes to remove excess starch. Drain and pat dry thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 4

In a large bowl, add the dried potato slices and toss them with olive oil until they are well coated.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix together the cornstarch, salt, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper. Sprinkle this seasoning mixture over the oiled potatoes and toss to evenly coat the slices.

Step 6

Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper and lightly spray them with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 7

Arrange the waffle fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets, ensuring they do not overlap. If needed, use a third baking sheet to ensure even cooking.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, then remove and carefully flip each waffle fry using a spatula.

Step 9

Return the baking sheets to the oven, rotating them between the upper and lower racks for even browning, and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the fries are crispy and golden brown.

Step 10

Remove the waffle fries from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Step 11

Serve immediately, enjoying them plain or with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(922.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1130.2

Total Fat 43.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2417.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 167.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.8g	0%
Total Sugars 5.4g
Protein 19.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 85.4mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 3787.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.4%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 58.8%