Description
Crispy Hashbrown and Sausage Bites are a delightful blend of savory sausage, crispy hashbrowns, and melty cheese. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack, these bites are golden on the outside and packed with flavor inside. Quick to prepare and family-friendly, they’re sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups frozen hashbrowns, thawed
- 1/2 lb breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 egg, beaten
- Cooking spray or oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Hashbrown Mixture:
In a large mixing bowl, combine hashbrowns, sausage, cheddar cheese, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well. - Form the Bites:
Add the flour to the mixture and mix thoroughly. Incorporate the beaten egg until the mixture is sticky. Shape into 1-inch balls. - Fry the Bites:
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add cooking spray or oil. Fry the bites for 2–3 minutes on each side until crispy and golden. - Serve:
Serve hot as a breakfast dish or snack. Pair with dipping sauces like ketchup or ranch for extra flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the hashbrowns are fully thawed and patted dry to prevent excess moisture.
- These bites can be baked at 375°F for 15–20 minutes if you prefer a healthier option.
- Experiment with different cheeses or add spices to customize the flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 bites
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
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