Vegan Bacon Cheese Fries

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with a plant-based twist—Vegan Bacon Cheese Fries! These loaded fries feature perfectly crispy oven-baked potato strips, generously drizzled with a velvety, cashew-based cheese sauce and topped with smoky, maple-glazed vegan bacon bits. Every bite delivers a harmonious balance of savory, smoky, and creamy flavors, with hints of paprika and nutritional yeast enhancing the richness of this dairy- and meat-free creation. Perfect for sharing at game nights, parties, or satisfying weeknight cravings, this recipe is quick to prepare and packed with wholesome ingredients, proving that indulgence and vegan eating can go hand in hand. Don't miss out on this crowd-pleasing plate of plant-based decadence!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Nutritional yeast
• 1 cup Raw cashews
• 1.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 6 slices Vegan bacon strips
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon Maple syrup

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Wash and peel the russet potatoes. Cut them into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick, to resemble fries.

Step 3

In a large bowl, toss the fries with olive oil, paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

Step 4

Spread the fries evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.

Step 5

While the fries are baking, prepare the vegan cheese sauce. Soak the raw cashews in hot water for 10 minutes, then drain.

Step 6

In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, almond milk, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and blend until smooth and creamy. Transfer the mixture to a saucepan and heat over medium-low heat, stirring frequently until thickened.

Step 7

For the vegan bacon, chop the vegan bacon strips into small pieces and fry them in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Sprinkle with smoked paprika and drizzle with maple syrup, stirring to coat evenly.

Step 8

Once the fries are done, remove them from the oven. Place them on a serving plate.

Step 9

Drizzle the vegan cheese sauce over the hot fries and top with the crispy vegan bacon bits.

Step 10

Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1746.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2219.8

Total Fat 82.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2775.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 326.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.9g	0%
Total Sugars 34.5g
Protein 64.0g	0%

Vitamin D 131.8IU	0%
Calcium 883.4mg	0%
Iron 25.0mg	0%
Potassium 7925.0mg	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: 32.2%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 56.6%