Cheesy Hash Brown Waffles (Printable)

Savory hash brown waffles combine cheddar cheese and spices for a crispy, flavorful morning dish.

# What You Need:

→ Potatoes

01 - 3 cups frozen shredded hash browns, thawed and patted dry

→ Cheeses

02 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
03 - ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Dairy

04 - 2 large eggs

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

05 - 2 green onions, finely sliced

→ Pantry

06 - ¼ cup all-purpose flour
07 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
08 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
09 - ½ teaspoon salt
10 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ For Serving (optional)

11 - Sour cream, chopped chives, or hot sauce

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions and lightly grease with nonstick spray or oil.
02 - In a large bowl, mix together the thawed hash browns, sharp cheddar, Parmesan, eggs, green onions, all-purpose flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is well combined and slightly sticky.
03 - Scoop approximately 1 cup of the mixture onto the center of the preheated waffle iron and gently spread to cover most of the surface.
04 - Close the waffle iron and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the waffles are golden brown and crispy; cooking times may vary depending on the appliance.
05 - Carefully remove the cooked waffle and repeat with the remaining batter. Serve immediately with optional sour cream, chopped chives, or hot sauce.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • They're crispy outside with gooey melted cheese pockets that make you feel like you're eating something indulgent at 9 AM.
  • No flipping required—the waffle iron does all the work while you pour your coffee.
  • They come together in under 30 minutes from fridge to plate.
02 -
  • If your hash browns aren't bone-dry before mixing, the waffles will come out steamed and soft instead of crispy—pat them more than you think you need to.
  • The mixture should be slightly sticky but hold together; if it's too wet, add another tablespoon of flour.
03 -
  • Mix your dry ingredients in a separate bowl first, then add to the wet ingredients for more even seasoning distribution.
  • If your waffle iron runs hot or cold, adjust your cooking time by a minute either direction—you'll figure out the perfect timing after the first batch.
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