Cheesy Bacon Ranch Hash Browns Casserole
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Bacon Ranch Hash Browns Casserole! Perfectly golden and bubbling with creamy, cheesy goodness, this dish combines the rich flavors of sharp cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and zesty ranch seasoning all nestled into tender shredded hash browns. Enhanced by a velvety blend of cream cheese and sour cream, this casserole is irresistibly creamy on the inside with a crispy, cheesy crust. With just 15 minutes of prep and a handful of pantry staples, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for feeding a hungry crowd at breakfast, brunch, or even as a side dish for dinner. Garnished with fresh green onions for a burst of color and flavor, this casserole is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 32 ounces Frozen shredded hash browns
- 8 slices Cooked bacon, crumbled
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 1 ounce Ranch seasoning mix
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 as needed Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning mix, and melted butter. Stir until smooth and well combined.
Add the shredded hash browns, crumbled bacon (reserve a little for topping if desired), 1 3/4 cups of shredded cheddar cheese (reserve 1/4 cup for topping), salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix thoroughly to combine.
Spread the hash brown mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle the reserved cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon on top of the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the top is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes.
Garnish with sliced green onions before serving, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your Cheesy Bacon Ranch Hash Browns Casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4289 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 310.3 g | 398% | |
| Saturated Fat | 175.0 g | 875% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 802 mg | 267% | |
| Sodium | 10022 mg | 436% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 263.5 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.0 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.6 g | ||
| Protein | 126.5 g | 253% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 2270 mg | 175% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 4491 mg | 96% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
