Description

Crispy Waffle Maker Hash Browns are golden, crunchy, and full of flavor, made effortlessly using a waffle maker. This recipe features grated russet potatoes seasoned with garlic and onion powder, then cooked to perfection with olive oil for that irresistible crisp texture. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, these hash browns can be customized with toppings like cheese, bacon, or green onions for an even more delicious twist.

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 and Finishing

2 tablespoons olive oil
Cooking spray (as needed)
Optional toppings: shredded cheese, cooked bacon bits, chopped bell peppers, green onions, sour cream, chives

Instructions

Preheat Your Waffle Maker: Start by preheating your waffle maker fully according to the manufacturer’s instructions. This is key to ensuring your hash browns cook evenly and develop a crispy, golden-brown crust.
Prepare the Potato Mixture: In a large bowl, add the grated russet potatoes, then season them with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix thoroughly to distribute the spices evenly throughout the potatoes.
Add Olive Oil: Drizzle olive oil over the seasoned potatoes and stir well until every bit is coated. This oil is essential to achieving a crispy texture and adds excellent flavor.
Spray the Waffle Maker: Lightly coat the preheated waffle maker with cooking spray to prevent the hash browns from sticking and help with easy removal after cooking.
Cook the Hash Browns: Spoon half of the potato mixture onto the waffle maker, spreading it out evenly. Close the lid and cook for 8-10 minutes. Check for a golden brown, crispy finish. Adjust time as needed depending on your waffle maker.
Serve and Enjoy: Carefully remove the cooked hash browns from the waffle maker. Repeat the cooking process with the remaining potato mixture. Serve hot, topped with your choice of sour cream, chives, cheese, or any other favorites for added deliciousness.

Notes

For best results, squeeze excess moisture out of the grated potatoes before seasoning to ensure crispiness.
Feel free to customize your hash browns by adding cooked bacon bits, shredded cheese, or chopped vegetables into the potato mixture before cooking.
If your waffle maker runs hot, monitor cooking closely to avoid burning.
These hash browns can be reheated in the waffle maker or oven to retain crispiness.
Use a non-stick or well-seasoned waffle maker to prevent sticking without excess oil.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: American

Keywords: hash browns, waffle maker hash browns, crispy hash browns, breakfast potatoes, easy breakfast recipe