Turn This Inexpensive Freezer Staple into Loaded Frozen Hash Browns!
Try making loaded hash browns in the air fryer for an easy and delicious side dish or snack.
Hash brown patties aren’t limited to breakfast!
Does your family also love these frozen hashbrowns? They remind me of a McDonald’s breakfast, right? We prepare these in the air fryer and they come out so crispy and yummy in only about ten minutes! Turns out they can also make a brilliant side dish or snack outside of breakfast!
Air fryer loaded hash browns are where it’s at!
Consider using these inexpensive patties from your freezer to create a delicious crispy snack or side dish like loaded hash browns! At around $3-$4 for a package of ten they are a steal! Hash brown patties can be an excellent vehicle to pile on cheese and various toppings and to enjoy as a quick meal or bite to eat. I love this idea of adding sour cream, bacon bits, cheese, and onions to crispy hash brown patties.
Trust me when I say, this tastes so fantastic. It’s almost like a baked potato but really crispy and so easy to prepare.
Check out how to make this easy snack on YouTube!
How about pizza hash brown patties?
I have also recently tried making a pizza version and it’s super tasty as well! For this idea, I first cooked the frozen patties in the air fryer and then added pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni. I then added another minute or two of cook time and that was it! So easy and yummy!
What other topping ideas sound good? I would love to try:
- sliced avocado and everything bagel seasoning
- sliced turkey deli meat and cheese
- taco meat, cheese, and pico de Gallo salsa
Loaded Hash Brown Patties
yield: 4 SERVINGS
prep time: 5 MINUTES
cook time: 10 MINUTES
total time: 15 MINUTES
Crispy hash browns cooked in the air fryer with loaded potato toppings.
Ingredients
- 4 frozen hash brown patties
- 4 tablespoons sour cream
- 4 teaspoons bacon bits
- 4 teaspoons finely chopped green onion
- 4 tablespoons shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Directions
1
Place the frozen hash brown patties in the air fryer. Spray a little cooking oil over both sides.
2
Cook for 5 minutes on each side, or to desired doneness.
3
Add sour cream, bacon bits, green onions, and shredded cheese to each one. Enjoy!
Extra tips for making loaded hash brown patties:
- To ensure a crispy texture, I recommend spraying the hashbrowns with a little bit of cooking spray before air frying. I have this glass sprayer and fill it with olive oil. It works perfectly for the purpose of a light spray!
- All air fryers seem to cook differently. My hash browns are usually done after 5 minutes on each side. Add or subtract a minute or two to the desired doneness.
- If you need an air fryer suggestion, my Beautiful brand 6 quart air fryer is still going strong and has been my favorite to use. The basket has lasted for years and we love the performance and design.
We love this loaded hash browns idea!
My kids of course ate these right away and didn’t even wait for dinner. Does your family keep a package of these in your freezer too? Let us know if you give it a try or have other yummy ideas to share!
My girls might really enjoy these since it’s so similar to a loaded baked potato. Super quick and super easy. Hoping this will be a hit for lunches once they’re out of school!
These sure look yummy! Hope they love them, Ashley! 💕
We usually melt cheese on our hashbrown patties but never thought about all the other toppings. Looks so yummy!
I know, right!? I’m loving this idea too! 😋💕
Any suggestions for those of us who don’t have an air fryer?
Hi there, Julie! You can also make these in the oven! Just cook the hash brown patties according to the instructions on the package (for these it states 22-24 minutes turning half way through at 425 degrees) Let us know how they turn out if you decide to give it a try! 💞
I have only bought frozen hash browns once, (store brand) and they were not very good. What is a brand that is good?
Trader Joes
Thanks
Love gluten free food vehicles! Thanks!
You’re very welcome, ihearthip! ❣️