Description
These Wafflemaker Hash Browns are a crispy, cheesy twist on classic hash browns, cooked perfectly in a waffle iron for a golden, crunchy exterior and tender interior. Ideal for a quick breakfast or brunch treat, they combine shredded potatoes, cheddar cheese, onions, and spices for a flavorful, easy-to-make dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Hash Brown 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 Waffle Maker: Heat your waffle maker to its highest setting to ensure it’s hot enough for crisping the hash browns.
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, thoroughly mix the shredded potatoes, cheddar cheese, chopped onions, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Prepare Waffle Iron: Lightly grease the surface of your waffle iron with oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking and promote even browning.
- Add Mixture to Waffle Iron: Scoop about half a cup of the potato mixture and spread it evenly onto the waffle iron surface for uniform cooking.
- Cook Hash Browns: 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: Carefully remove the crispy hash browns from the waffle maker and let them cool slightly to set before serving.
- Serve: Serve the wafflemaker hash browns hot with your favorite dipping sauce or toppings such as sour cream, ketchup, or chopped herbs.
Notes
- Ensure the waffle iron is well-heated for the crispiest texture.
- You can substitute cheddar cheese with other cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack for varied flavor.
- For extra crispiness, squeeze out any excess moisture from shredded potatoes before mixing.
- These hash browns freeze well; reheat in a toaster or oven for best results.
- Add herbs like chives or parsley for additional flavor.
