Easy Loaded Hash Brown Patties

These crispy loaded hash brown patties are a simple brunch recipe made with frozen hash brown patties baked until golden, then topped with melted cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, green onions, and sour cream.

What makes them especially useful is that each one is a perfectly portioned base for toppings, making them a great way to serve a group with minimal prep. They work just as well for a weekend brunch as they do for a casual breakfast-for-dinner meal, and everyone can customize theirs to taste.

What You’ll Need

• 10 frozen hash brown patties
• Shredded cheddar cheese
• Bacon, cooked and crumbled
• Fresh chives, chopped
• Sour cream

How to Make Loaded Hash Brown Patties

1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange frozen hash brown patties in a single layer.
2. Bake for 22 to 24 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
3. Remove from the oven and top each patty with shredded cheddar cheese. Return to the oven for 1 to 3 minutes, just until the cheese is melted.
4. Remove from the oven and top with sour cream, crumbled bacon, chopped fresh chives and additional cheddar cheese. Serve immediately.

Can You Make These in the Air Fryer?

Yes! Cook frozen hash brown patties in the air fryer at 400°F for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp. Top with cheddar cheese and air fry for 1 to 2 minutes more, just until melted. Finish with sour cream, bacon, chives, and additional cheese, if desired.

Tips

• Make sure the hash brown patties are fully crisp before adding toppings. This helps them stay sturdy and prevents them from getting soggy once the cheese and other toppings are added.
• These are best served hot and fresh from the oven for the crispiest texture. If you need to hold them briefly before serving, keep the baked hash brown patties warm in a 200°F oven until ready to assemble.
• Set out toppings ahead of time so everything is ready for quick assembly.

More Topping Ideas

Cheese swaps: pepper jack, Swiss, mozzarella, or a smoky gouda

Protein upgrades: breakfast sausage, ham, pulled pork, or Canadian bacon

Fresh additions: diced tomatoes, avocado, sautéed mushrooms, or roasted red peppers

Heat options: jalapeños, pickled onions, or hot sauce varieties

Finishing touches: salsa, everything bagel seasoning, or a drizzle of ranch or barbecue sauce.

If you liked these loaded hash brown patties, you should try our other over the top brunch favorites, Monte Cristo Stuffed Waffles and Cheesy Scrambled Egg Stuffed Popovers. 

Easy Loaded Hash Brown Patties

Ingredients

• 10 frozen hash brown patties
• 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
• 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 2–3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
• ½ cup sour cream

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Place frozen hash brown patties on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
2. Bake for 22–24 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
3. Top the hot hash brown patties with shredded cheddar cheese and return to the oven for 1 to 3 minutes, just until the cheese is melted.
4. Remove from the oven and top with sour cream, crumbled bacon, chopped fresh chives and additional cheddar cheese. Serve immediately.

easy loaded hash brown patties

Breakfast, Brunch

American

 

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