Description
These crispy and golden Wafflemaker Hash Browns are a delightful twist on the classic breakfast favorite. Made with shredded potatoes, cheddar cheese, and seasoned with onions and garlic powder, they are cooked to perfection in a waffle iron for a unique texture and crunch. Ready in under 10 minutes, they make a quick and tasty side dish or snack that’s perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Hash Browns Mixture
- 2 cups shredded potatoes (about 2 medium russet potatoes)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup chopped onions
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the Waffle Maker: Heat your waffle maker to its highest setting to ensure crispy and evenly cooked hash browns.
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded potatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped onions, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Grease the Waffle Iron: Lightly grease the waffle iron using a non-stick spray or a brush with oil to prevent sticking.
- Cook the Hash Browns: Scoop about ½ cup of the potato mixture into the waffle iron, spreading it evenly across the surface for uniform cooking.
- Close and Cook: Close the waffle iron and cook the hash browns for 5 to 7 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Remove and Cool Slightly: Carefully remove the hash browns from the waffle maker and let them cool for a minute or two to allow them to set and become crispier.
- Serve: Serve the wafflemaker hash browns hot with your favorite dipping sauce or toppings such as sour cream, ketchup, or fresh herbs.
Notes
- You can substitute cheddar cheese with any other cheese of your preference for a different flavor profile.
- For extra crispiness, press the mixture firmly into the waffle maker before cooking.
- Make sure the potatoes are well drained and not overly wet to avoid soggy hash browns.
- These hash browns can be kept warm in a low oven for up to 20 minutes before serving.
