Delicious Eggs in Crispy Hash Brown Baskets Recipe
A golden, crispy hash brown basket filled with a perfectly cooked egg this dish is a delicious, gluten-free breakfast or brunch option packed with flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium-sized russet potatoes, peeled and grated
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Optional: 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: 2 tablespoons chopped chives
- Optional: 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- Optional: 1/4 cup cooked bacon bits
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin.
- Grate potatoes into a large bowl and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean towel or cheesecloth.
- Add olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to grated potatoes. Mix well.
- Divide mixture into muffin tin, pressing down to create basket shapes with walls.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Crack an egg into each basket and add optional toppings if desired.
- Return to oven and bake for 10–15 more minutes, depending on how you like your eggs cooked.
- Let cool slightly, remove from muffin tin, and serve warm.
Notes
Remove as much moisture as possible from potatoes for extra crispiness. If using salty add-ins like bacon or cheese, be cautious with added salt. Keep an eye on the eggs while baking to avoid overcooking if you prefer a runny yolk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 basket
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
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