Foods and drinks that cause high cholesterol contain trans fats, saturated fats, and cholesterol. Animal products such as certain meats, dairy products, and cheeses are high in saturated fat and cholesterol. Trans fat is found in fried and baked foods such as french fries and cookies.
Reference:
Johns Hopkins: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/high-cholesterol/high-cholesterol-prevention-treatment-and-research
NHLBI: https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/files/docs/public/heart/chol_tlc.pdf