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Crispy Waffle Iron Hash Browns Easy Homemade Recipe for a Golden Crunch

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These crispy waffle iron hash browns deliver a golden crunch with a tender, fluffy inside, perfect for breakfast or brunch. Made with simple ingredients and cooked in a waffle iron for a unique texture.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large Russet potatoes, peeled and grated
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely grated
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg, beaten, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Peel and grate the potatoes using a box grater or food processor. Grate the onion finely. This should take about 10 minutes.
  2. Wrap the grated potatoes and onion in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. Allow 5 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the grated potatoes and onion with melted butter, vegetable oil, flour, beaten egg, salt, pepper, and garlic powder (if using). Stir until well combined.
  4. Preheat the waffle iron to medium-high heat (around 375°F or 190°C). Lightly grease the plates with oil or butter.
  5. Spoon about ½ cup (120 ml) of the potato mixture onto the center of each waffle iron square. Close the lid gently and cook for 5–7 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
  6. Carefully lift the hash browns with a silicone spatula and let them rest on a wire rack for 2 minutes to preserve crispiness. Repeat with remaining batter.
  7. Serve warm, optionally sprinkled with chopped fresh parsley.

Notes

Squeezing out excess moisture from the potatoes and onions is crucial for crispiness. Use room temperature eggs for better binding. Preheat the waffle iron fully and avoid opening the lid early to prevent sticking. Adjust cooking time based on your waffle iron’s heat. Use a silicone spatula to remove hash browns gently. Buttering the waffle iron plates before cooking enhances flavor and texture.

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