Hash Browns in Oven (Crispy and Cheesy Recipe!) (2024)

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Cheesy hash browns are so easy to make in the oven, you won’t want them any other way. Honestly, crispy hash browns have always been a challenge for me – I could make them in the skillet but they were always a little bit over oiled to get that perfect crunch. Figuring out how to make hash browns in the oven, all smothered in cheese and seasoned perfectly, has been a serious breakfast game changer.

Now you can have AMAZING hash browns without standing over a hot stove or splattering up oil all over these shredded delicate potatoes.

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Scroll to the bottom for a printable condensed version of this recipe, but keep reading for tips and tricks and a video on how to make your perfect hash browns.

Cheese! Cheese! Cheese!

These hash browns are FULL of cheese, which is how I like them! Not in the recipe, but you could absolutely add, is a bit of minced garlic.

Other mix ins that might taste delicious are cut up tomatoes or cooked breakfast sausage.

Speaking of, if you haven’t tried it yet, grab this totally 5 star rated recipe for Sausage Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole.

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Hash Browns in Oven

Personally I love hash browns but I cannot stand standing over a hot cast iron skillet trying to perfectly crisp both sides while trying not to get burned by oil splatter. Making hashbrowns in the oven takes all the work out of hash browns and promises enough to feed every hungry mouth at your breakfast (or dinner) table.

Crispy delicious crunchy edges on me cheesy potatoes is my idea of heaven and remind me SO MUCH of Waffle House Hashbrowns!!

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Once you oven bake your hash browns, you may never go back to doing it the hard way again.

To get started, you need a few simple things. Prep your pan by adding foil and spraying down to prevent sticking on the pan. No one wants hash browns they cant eat! I also wanted to note that while my times are specific, your times of your oven may vary.

Not all ovens bake the same and the first time you make this recipe, you may want to start checking your hash browns at the 20 minute mark to make sure you get your desired crispiness.

Also, if you cannot find a 22 oz bag of frozen hash browns, you could use a larger size and just adjust your baking sheet size or visit one of my other hash brown breakfast recipes.

Equipment

  • 11 x 17 Sheet Pan
  • Foil

Ingredients

  • Olive Oil
  • diced onion
  • frozen hash browns
  • shredded cheese
  • Pam
  • Melted Butter
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

NOTE: There have been some reviews on hashbrowns getting stuck to the foil – while I did not have that issue nor the majority of my readers that have made this recipe, I want to clarify to use a generous amount of nonstick spray or your choice to use parchment paper is up to you.

Sheet Pan Hash browns

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.

Cover a sheet pan with foil and spray down with nonstick cooking spray, like Pam.

In a bowl, add your frozen hash browns, shredded cheese, onions and seasoning.

Toss with tongs to mix. Now add olive oil to mixture and mix well, trying to spread olive oil through the mixture

. Lastly, add melted butter and mix again.

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Dump cheesy hash browns on foiled lined baking sheet and spread out to an even layer.

NOTE: If you make the edges TOO thin, they will crisp and potentially burn a little (which honestly, I like the few dark ones around the edges, just note that it happens)

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Bake in the oven for 28 minutes for crispy edges and finished hash browns.

Serve with Bacon and Eggs (both done in oven too!)

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Serving Sheet Pan Hash Browns

Just use a spatula to cut squares out to serve! On a sheet pan, 22 oz of cheesy hash browns serves approx 8 people.

If you love hash brown potatoes, I have a few more recipes that use them.

  • Ham Hashbrown Casserole
  • Sausage Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole
  • Cracker Barrel Hash brown Casserole
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If you have any questions on this recipe, please leave a comment.

I love to hear how you altered the recipe or added to it to make it work for your family!

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Hash Browns in Oven (Crispy and Cheesy!)

Author Trisha Haas – Salty Side Dish


Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 28 minutes mins

Total Time 38 minutes mins

Cheesy Hash browns right in the oven! Go from frozen to perfection in under 30 minutes. Sheet pan hash browns are an easy way to make a ton of hash browns that are crispy, not oily. Golden perfect edges!

Equipment

  • 11 x 17 Sheet Pan

  • Foil

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1/4 cup diced onion
  • 22 oz frozen hash browns
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter
  • Nonstick Cooking Spray
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.

  • Cover a sheet pan with foil and spray down with nonstick cooking spray, like Pam.

  • In a bowl, add your frozen hash browns, shredded cheese, onions and seasoning. Toss with tongs to mix. Now add olive oil to mixture and mix well, trying to spread olive oil through the mixture. Lastly, add melted butter and mix again.

  • Dump cheesy hash browns on foiled lined baking sheet and spread out to an even layer.

  • Bake in the oven for 28 minutes for crispy edges and finished hash browns.

  • Serve with Bacon and Eggs (both done in oven too!)

Video

Notes

NOTE: There have been some reviews on hashbrowns getting stuck to the foil – while I did not have that issue nor the majority of my readers that have made this recipe have had this issue, I want to clarify to use a generous amount of nonstick spray or your choice to use parchment paper is up to you. I still prefer foil as it gives me the amount of crisp I like on hash browns, but be aware that your own needs may vary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 339kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 211mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g

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Hash Browns in Oven (Crispy and Cheesy Recipe!) (2024)

FAQs

Why won't my hash browns get crispy? ›

The biggest culprit that's making your hash browns come apart is moisture. You need to make sure the potatoes are dry before adding them to the flour and egg mixture.

What will prevent the hash browns from becoming crispy? ›

You'll want to remove as much moisture as possible because this will prevent your hash browns from getting as crisp as possible. All the water will just create steam and as any additional starch is released from the potato it's going to get gummy, just not as gummy as before. So get them dry!

How to get a good crust on hash browns? ›

Squeezing the shredded potato in a towel or cheesecloth to remove as much moisture as possible helps it brown more evenly. Cooking the shredded potato briefly in the microwave helps it develop a better crust that remains crispy for longer.

Should I cook hash browns covered or uncovered? ›

Cover and cook just until the perimeters start to get golden, about 5 minutes. Use a spatula to press the top down. Season with salt and pepper and flip. Cook, uncovered, until the bottom is golden and crispy, another 3 to 5 minutes.

Is it better to cook hash browns frozen or thawed? ›

cooking? A: Yes, you should because you need to get rid of the. excess moisture.

How do restaurants get hash browns to stick together? ›

Flour and starch are commonly used to help hash browns stick together. You can add an egg if you like, but the flour mix is sufficient.

Why are my hashbrowns always mushy? ›

If you don't eliminate enough liquid (from the potatoes that you, again, just soaked in water), they will get soggy instead of crispy, a.k.a. a total bummer.

How long to bake frozen hash browns at 375 degrees? ›

Oven Bake Instructions:

Place Frozen Hash Brown Patties in a single layer on a shallow baking pan. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or longer to desired color and crispness. Serve hot.

Should you use butter or oil for hash browns? ›

Butter helps both browning and flavor, while oil lowers the smoke point, allowing your pan to do the steady, even cooking needed for perfectly crisped potatoes.

Should you rinse shredded potatoes before making hash browns? ›

To ensure ultimate crispness, be sure to rinse the grated potatoes with cold water until the water runs nearly clear and to use a very hot, well-seasoned pan. As with all potato dishes, remember to season well.

How do you keep crispy potatoes crispy? ›

Keep potatoes crisp in a warm oven if you're serving them in 1-2 hours. If there is a slight wait before everyone eats, don't cover the crispy potatoes—this traps steam which will make the potatoes soggy. Just keep them in the oven, but turn the temperature to the lowest setting.

How do you make hash browns not soggy? ›

Squeeze out moisture: Use a potato ricer, orange or lemon press, or a tea towel to wring out excess moisture from the shredded raw potato. Some people find a salad spinner can work well too.

Do you toast or bake hash browns? ›

After conducting a taste test, I found that the toaster method produced hash browns that were slightly crispier on the outside, while the oven method resulted in hash browns that were softer and more evenly cooked throughout. So, if you're looking for a quick breakfast option, the toaster method may be the way to go.

Why are my hash browns always soggy? ›

Avoid soaking the potatoes

Peeling, grating, and rinsing the potatoes before making the recipe will cause the hash to struggle to hold together in the pan. Moreover, the starch helps boost the crispiness of the potato, so a hash devoid of it will just turn to painfully soggy mush on a plate.

Why won't my potatoes get crispy? ›

A: This sure sounds a lot like potatoes that have been stored too long, in too cold of an environment before cooking. When potatoes are held below 41°F for too long a period, the starches convert to sugar and it changes the cooking chemistry.

Should hashbrowns be cooked on high or low heat? ›

I say low-medium for cooking these hash browns because you want to heat them evenly to cook through and cook evenly from the middle to the edges. If you cook it too high you'll get a middles that's darker than the edges, and a soft center.

Why are my potato chips not crispy? ›

If your oil is too hot, the chips will burn. If the oil is too cold, the chips will become soggy. Sheet Pan with Paper Towels: A sheet pan with paper towels sops up the extra oil and keeps your potato chips crisp and not soggy. Parchment paper can also be used, but it won't soak up the oil as well as paper towels.

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