Description
These Crispy Waffle Maker Hash Browns are a quick and easy breakfast treat, delivering a golden-brown, crunchy texture thanks to a preheated waffle maker. Made with grated russet potatoes seasoned with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, then coated in olive oil for extra crispiness. Perfect for a flavorful and fun twist on traditional hash browns.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Seasonings
- 2 large russet potatoes, grated
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Cooking Essentials
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Cooking spray, as needed
Optional Mix-ins and Toppings
- Shredded cheese (optional)
- Cooked bacon bits (optional)
- Chopped bell peppers or green onions (optional)
- Sour cream and chives for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Waffle Maker: Turn on your waffle maker and allow it to fully preheat according to the manufacturer’s instructions. This ensures the surface is hot enough to create a crispy crust on the hash browns.
- Prepare the Potato Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the grated russet potatoes with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix thoroughly so the spices are evenly distributed throughout the potatoes, boosting flavor.
- Add Olive Oil: Drizzle the olive oil over the seasoned potatoes and stir well until every bit is coated. This will help the hash browns get that golden, irresistible crunch when cooked.
- Spray the Waffle Maker: Lightly spray the preheated waffle maker with cooking spray to prevent sticking and to make cleanup easier after cooking.
- Cook the Hash Browns: Spread half of the potato mixture evenly onto the waffle maker surface. Close the lid and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the hash browns turn golden brown and crispy. Use the aroma and occasional peek to judge doneness.
- Serve and Enjoy: Carefully remove the cooked hash browns and repeat the process with the remaining potato mixture. Serve hot with optional toppings like sour cream, chives, or shredded cheese to enhance flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Be sure to grate potatoes finely for best texture and even cooking.
- For extra crispness, squeeze out excess moisture from grated potatoes before mixing with seasonings.
- Feel free to add your favorite mix-ins such as cooked bacon bits, shredded cheese, or chopped vegetables for variety.
- Use a non-stick cooking spray to avoid sticking and ease cleanup.
- If your waffle maker doesn’t have indicator lights, preheat for at least 5 minutes to ensure it’s hot enough.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Waffle Maker
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: crispy hash browns, waffle maker hash browns, easy breakfast, potato hash browns, crispy potato recipe, breakfast potatoes
