Cheesy Hash Brown Waffles (Printable Version)

Crispy golden waffles with cheddar, shredded potatoes, and a touch of spice, perfect for brunch or sides.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat the waffle iron following the manufacturer's guidelines and coat lightly with nonstick spray or a thin layer of oil.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, stir together hash browns, sharp cheddar, Parmesan, eggs, green onions, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is cohesive and slightly sticky.
03 - Scoop approximately 1 cup of the mixture into the center of the hot waffle iron and spread gently to cover most of the surface.
04 - Close the waffle iron and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until the waffles turn golden brown and develop a crispy exterior; cooking times may vary by waffle iron model.
05 - Carefully extract the cooked waffle and repeat the process using the remaining batter until all waffles are prepared.
06 - Serve waffles immediately accompanied by optional toppings such as sour cream, chopped chives, or hot sauce.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They crisp up in minutes without any fussy pan flipping or constant attention.
  • Cheese lovers get gooey pockets of sharp cheddar and Parmesan baked right in.
  • These feel like a breakfast hack but taste like something special—impressive enough for guests, easy enough for a Tuesday.
02 -
  • The hash browns absolutely must be patted dry—this is where most people slip up and end up with sad, soggy waffles instead of crispy ones.
  • Don't overmix the batter or press down on the waffle iron while it's cooking, because both of these will compress the mixture and make them dense instead of light.
03 -
  • If your waffle iron temperature is adjustable, go medium-high instead of full blast—this gives the inside time to cook through while the outside crisps without burning.
  • Grating or shredding your cheese fresh instead of using pre-shredded makes a real difference in how smoothly it melts and how creamy the final texture becomes.
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