Baked Wingstop-Style Fries Recipe

They may be called french fries, but there are few sides more associated with American food than those delicious little sticks of fried potato. Adding some spice and salt really takes them from simply delicious to straight-up magical. And, of all the restaurants and fast-food places that serve french fries, Wingstop consistently dishes out some of the best.

While Wingstop is known for its wings, obviously, their fries are to die for. If you haven't ever tried the fries or don't have a Wingstop location near you, you're in luck with this copycat recipe from developer Christina Musgrave. And, don't worry — you don't need a deep fryer to get perfectly-crispy fries, and an oven will suffice just fine. The spices here, though, are what make these fries to-die-for. "The key is the blend of sweet and savory flavors in the spice blend that really work together with the french fries," Musgrave describes. This spice blend is exactly what makes Wingstop fries unique, so give them a try and experience the magic for yourself.

Kick off the recipe by preheating your oven according to package instructions — 400 F is a safe bet, but if your package calls for a different temp, go with that. Then, spread the fries out evenly onto a baking sheet and, when the oven is preheated, pop them into bake for about 25 minutes, stirring them occasionally.

Once the fries are nice and crispy, pull them out of the oven and sprinkle them with the seasonings. "I simply add the seasoning and hand toss it in the pan," says Musgrave. Then you're ready to dig in. "You can use ketchup, ranch, or mustard for dipping," Musgrave suggests, and of course, wings are the best pairing option.