Pepperoni Pizza Fries (Loaded French Fry Pizza Recipe)
on Jul 07, 2021
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Pepperoni Pizza Fries are loaded with crispy French fry pizza crust and cheesy pepperoni toppings. This is a special pizza you’ve never had before! It’s so easy to make and you can use frozen, freshly cooked, or leftover French fries. Great for a game day party or any fun dinner parties.
My family loves fun pizza ideas, and some of our favorites are Air Fryer Pizza Rolls, Pizza Cone, and these kids-friendly pepperoni pizza fries.
It’s a gluten-free pizza if you use gluten-free French fries. Plus you can make it in less than 30 minutes from start to finish – much faster than a regular pizza recipe.
Ingredients You’ll Need for French Fry Pizza
- French Fries: You can use frozen, freshly cooked, or leftover French fries.
- Cornstarch: It helps absorb extra moisture and prevent the fries from being to soggy.
- Salt & Pepper: For seasoning
- Marinara Sauce: You can use tomato sauce or pizza sauce.
- Shredded Cheese: I used the mix of mozzarella and Swiss cheese for the extra orange color, but it’s perfectly fine to use mozzarella only.
- Pepperoni Slices: Feel free to add other toppings such as sausage, ham, or veggies.
How Do You Make Pizza Fries from Scratch?
Step 1: Make Pizza Fries Crust
- In a large mixing bowl, add the partially thawed French fries, then use a fork to mash them into smaller pieces. Add cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Pour the French fries onto the pizza pan. Press the pieces together to make the crust.
Step 2: Add Toppings
- Add marinara sauce on top of the crust, and spread it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top of the sauce. Add pepperoni slices.
Step 3: Bake the Pizza and Serve
- Bake at 400°F for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Serve with a pie server and enjoy!
Tips & Tricks for the Best Pizza Fries
- If you use frozen French fries, make sure to let them thaw briefly before mashing. Otherwise, it’ll be too hard to break them into smaller pieces.
- Use straight-cut French fries for better results.
- Make sure to mix in cornstarch as it will help to absorb moisture and prevent the fries from becoming too soggy.
- Let your pizza cool slightly before slicing, otherwise, it might fall apart easily.
Other Topping Ideas
There are many toppings you can add to your pizza fries. Below are some of my favorites:
- Ham
- Sausage
- Sliced Bell Peppers
- Sliced Onions
- Mushrooms
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I hope you like this recipe. If you try it, please comment below and let me know how your French Fry Pizza turns out!
Easy Pizza Fries Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
For the Pizza Crust:
- 4 cups French fries, frozen or freshly cooked
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- salt and pepper, to taste
For the Toppings:
- 3/4 cup marinara sauce, or pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheese, I used the mix of mozzarella and Swiss cheese
- 12-15 pepperoni slices
Instructions
Make the Crust
- Remove the French fries from the freezer and let them thaw for about 5-10 minutes (you don’t need to let it thaw completely).
- Preheat oven to 400°F and set aside a pizza pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, add French fries, then use a fork to mash them into smaller pieces.
- Add cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Pour the French fries onto the pizza pan.
- Press the pieces together to make the crust. (Make sure to press them as much as possible.)
Add the Toppings
- Add marinara sauce on top of the crust, and spread it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top of the sauce.
- Add pepperoni slices.
Bake the Pizza and Serve
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Serve with a pie server and enjoy!
Notes
- Use straight-cut French fries for better results.
- Let the frozen French fries thaw briefly before mashing. Otherwise, it’ll be too hard to break them into smaller pieces.
- Make sure to mix in cornstarch as it will help to absorb moisture and prevent the fries from becoming too soggy.
- Let your pizza cool slightly before slicing, otherwise, it might fall apart easily.
Nutrition
Nutrition information provided is an estimate only and will vary based on ingredient brands and cooking methods used.
