If you’ve ever craved the classic combo of a cheeseburger and fries but wished it came out of a single baking dish, this Cheeseburger French Fry Bake delivers all that juicy cheeseburger flavor with crispy golden fries on top — no buns required.
It’s a simple, family-friendly casserole that’s perfect for busy weeknight dinners, casual gatherings, or comfort food nights when you want something satisfying with minimal prep.
Ready in about 50 minutes from start to finish, this hearty bake will become a favorite in your rotation.
Why This Cheeseburger French Fry Bake Works
This recipe is a mash-up of everyone’s dinner favorites: ground beef, cheesy goodness, tangy burger sauce, and crispy fries. It tastes like your favorite burger and fries — just tastier and easier.
Here’s why you’ll love it:
- One pan, minimal cleanup
- Budget-friendly ingredients
- Kid-approved dinner option
- Customizable with toppings
- Great next-day leftovers
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What You’ll Need
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- ¼ cup dill pickle relish
- 3 tablespoons ketchup
- 3 tablespoons mustard
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 24-ounce bag frozen French fries (no need to thaw)
Equipment
- 9×13 baking dish
- Skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Colander
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until it’s no longer pink.
- Drain the fat and transfer the beef to a 9×13 baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, stir together the relish, ketchup, mustard, garlic, and cream of mushroom soup.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the cooked beef in the baking dish and stir to combine.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Arrange the frozen fries in a single layer across the top of the dish.
- Bake uncovered for about 40 minutes, or until the fries are golden and crispy and the cheese is bubbling.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Add extra toppings if you’d like.
Tips and Variations
- Swap out the fries for tater tots for a crunchier texture.
- Add cooked bacon or chopped jalapeños for a flavor kick.
- Top with extra mustard or ketchup before serving for even more burger flavor.
- Pair it with a cheesy carrot casserole side dish to round out the meal.
Serving Suggestions
This casserole is a full meal on its own, but here are some tasty pairings:
- The Best Ground Beef Enchiladas: A Family Dinner Favorite
- Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta (One-Pot Comfort Food Magic)
Love hearty comfort food? You’ll also want to try this cheesy hamburger rice casserole next time.
Nutrition Snapshot (Approximate)
- Calories: Around 244 per serving
- Protein: About 16g
- Fat: Roughly 17g
- Carbs: Around 6g
These values may vary depending on specific brands and portion sizes.
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The Best Cheeseburger French Fry Bake
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Description
All the juicy, cheesy, tangy flavor of a cheeseburger and fries — baked in one dish. This easy Cheeseburger French Fry Bake is a kid-approved comfort food classic with crispy golden fries on top.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/4 cup dill pickle relish
- 3 tablespoons ketchup
- 3 tablespoons mustard
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bag (24 oz) frozen French fries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until fully browned. Drain the fat.
- Transfer cooked beef to a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine relish, ketchup, mustard, garlic, and cream of mushroom soup.
- Pour the sauce over the beef in the baking dish and stir to mix well.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Arrange frozen French fries in a single layer across the top.
- Bake uncovered for 40 minutes, or until fries are golden and cheese is bubbling.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Add extra toppings if desired.
Notes
Try swapping fries for tater tots for extra crunch. Add chopped bacon or jalapeños for a flavor kick. Leftovers reheat great the next day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 244
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Wrapping It Up
This Cheeseburger French Fry Bake is a must-try for anyone who loves classic diner flavors with an easy, weeknight twist. It’s cozy, satisfying, and guaranteed to disappear fast.
Looking for more comfort meals with ground beef? Don’t miss this homemade hamburger helper comfort meal—it’s another simple go-to that’s perfect for busy nights.
Let us know how your bake turned out and what creative toppings you added!