Hash Browns Nests
Crispy, cheesy, and irresistibly fun, these Hash Browns Nests are a creative twist on classic breakfast potatoes, perfect for starting your day or wowing at brunch. Made with just a handful of simple ingredients—grated russet potatoes, eggs, and sharp cheddar cheese—these golden nests are baked to perfection in a muffin tin to achieve their signature shape and crunchy edges. Seasoned with a savory blend of garlic powder, salt, and pepper, and finished with a buttery drizzle, each bite is bursting with flavor. Customize these potato nests with toppings like sour cream, chives, or crispy bacon bits for a personalized touch. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy and versatile recipe is ideal for meal prep or entertaining. Hash Browns Nests will make your breakfast spread unforgettable while catering to crispy potato lovers everywhere!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium-sized Russet potatoes
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- Non-stick cooking spray
- Optional toppings (chives, sour cream, or bacon bits)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.
Peel the russet potatoes and grate them using a large box grater. Rinse the grated potatoes under cold water in a colander to remove excess starch.
Place the rinsed potatoes in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much moisture as possible. Drying the potatoes thoroughly will help them crisp up.
Transfer the dried grated potatoes to a large mixing bowl. Add the eggs, shredded cheddar cheese, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix everything together until well combined.
Divide the hash brown mixture evenly among the muffin tin cups, pressing it gently into the bottom and up the sides to form nest shapes.
Melt the butter and drizzle a small amount over each hash brown nest for added crispiness.
Bake the hash brown nests in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy around the edges.
Remove the nests from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before carefully removing them from the muffin tin.
Serve warm with your choice of toppings—such as chives, sour cream, or crispy bacon bits—for added flavor and presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1338 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.8 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.8 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 532 mg | 177% | |
| Sodium | 3666 mg | 159% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.9 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 51.9 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 620 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 3412 mg | 73% | |
*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.
