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Crispy Hash Brown Squares

Golden, cheesy baked hash browns with crispy edges and a fluffy center, cut into perfect breakfast squares.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 9 squares
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

Hash Brown Base
  • 4 cups shredded potatoes
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 eggs large
  • 0.33 cup onion finely chopped
  • 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tbsp butter melted
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking pan with parchment and grease lightly.
  2. Squeeze excess moisture from shredded potatoes using a clean towel.
  3. Combine potatoes, cheese, onion, flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a bowl.
  4. Whisk eggs with melted butter, then mix into potato mixture.
  5. Press mixture firmly into prepared pan in an even layer.
  6. Bake 35–45 minutes until golden brown and crispy at the edges.
  7. Cool slightly, lift out, slice into squares, and serve warm.

Notes

For extra crispiness, broil for the last 2–3 minutes and let rest before slicing.