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Crispy Waffle Iron Hash Browns with Chives

  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 12 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A quick and easy breakfast hack using a waffle iron to create perfectly crispy, golden hash browns with minimal effort and cleanup. These savory wedges are packed with cheddar cheese and fresh chives.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 large yellow potatoes (about 600g, such as Yukon Gold)
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup (50g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
  • Freshly cracked black pepper (to taste)
  • Cooking spray (avocado oil or olive oil spray recommended)

Instructions

  1. Wash the potatoes thoroughly (no need to peel). Shred them using a box grater or food processor.
  2. Place the shredded potatoes in a clean kitchen towel or layers of paper towels. Squeeze tightly to remove as much moisture as possible. This step is crucial for crispiness.
  3. Transfer the dried potatoes to a mixing bowl. Add the egg, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped chives, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
  4. Preheat your waffle iron to medium-high heat.
  5. Generously spray both the top and bottom plates of the waffle iron with cooking spray.
  6. Scoop about ½ cup of the potato mixture into the center of the bottom plate. Close the lid gently without pressing down hard.
  7. Cook for 5-6 minutes. For extra crispiness, flip the hash browns halfway through cooking.
  8. Check for golden brown color and crispiness. If needed, cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  9. Remove hash browns with a spatula and serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Ensure potatoes are very dry before mixing to achieve maximum crispiness. Do not overcrowd the waffle iron; use ½ cup per batch. If making ahead, keep cooked hash browns warm in a 200°F oven on a wire rack to maintain crispness. Clean the waffle iron while it is still warm.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 hash brown wedge
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 350
  • Fat: 8
  • Saturated Fat: 3
  • Carbohydrates: 22
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 8

Keywords: waffle iron hash browns, crispy hash browns, breakfast recipe, easy breakfast, potato wedges, cheddar chives, meal prep, gluten-free breakfast

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