Description
Waffle Maker Hash Browns are a quick and easy breakfast or snack recipe where shredded russet potatoes are cooked to crispy perfection in a waffle iron. Seasoned simply with salt, nutritional yeast, and garlic powder, these hash browns are golden, crunchy, and packed with flavor without frying. This method offers a healthier, hands-off way to enjoy classic hash browns with minimal oil and mess.
Ingredients
Hash Browns
- 3 russet potatoes, shredded
- 1 tsp salt (divided)
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Oil spray or barbecue brush oil for waffle iron
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes: Grate the russet potatoes and transfer them to a bowl. Sprinkle half of the salt over the potatoes and mix thoroughly using your hands or a fork to ensure even distribution. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
- Drain excess liquid: Using a clean thin cloth or nut milk bag, squeeze out as much liquid as possible from the potatoes. Discard the liquid and return the potatoes to the bowl. Add the remaining salt, nutritional yeast, and garlic powder to the potatoes and mix well to combine all seasonings.
- Preheat and grease waffle iron: Lightly coat the waffle iron grates with spray oil or brush on oil liberally to prevent sticking. Preheat the waffle iron to a medium-high heat setting if your model allows temperature control.
- Cook the hash browns: Spoon the potato mixture into the waffle iron, slightly overcrowding it for crispiness, then close the lid. Cook for about 5 minutes, then start checking intermittently to prevent burning. Continue cooking until the hash browns are crisp and golden brown on top.
- Serve: Once cooked, unplug the waffle iron and carefully remove the hash browns using a silicone spatula. Serve hot with ketchup or your favorite dipping sauce as desired.
Notes
- Using a cloth or nut milk bag to drain the potatoes is key to achieving crispy hash browns.
- Adjust salt to taste, or omit for a low-sodium option.
- Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor and boosts nutritional content.
- If you don’t have a waffle iron, you can carefully cook the mixture in a non-stick skillet for a similar result.
- Serve immediately for best texture as hash browns may soften over time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7-10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Waffle Iron Cooking
- Cuisine: American
