How To Cook Frozen Hashbrowns

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Learn how to cook frozen hashbrowns in just a few minutes. The perfect compliment to every breakfast or brunch. You’ll be amazed at how incredibly easy it is to make crispy hash browns right at home. You can then add any hashbrown seasoning (suggestions shared below!) to create the best breakfast side.

cooked hashbrowns in a skillet with spatula

For ease, we stick with a bag of shredded hashbrowns or diced potatoes for morning meals. You can of course make your own hash browns by shredding fresh potatoes.

Typically, you will find the hash browns featured in our home on the weekends. It is a time when our family can come together to enjoy our favorites from Over Hard Eggs and Turkey Bacon to Gluten Free Breakfast Muffins and Avocado Toast.

These frozen hash browns can be served with our Dairy Free Waffles, Almond Milk Pancakes, Gluten Free French Toast or your favorite morning recipe!

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Ingredients

5 cups frozen hashbrowns ✅
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Gluten-Free Guide: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten.

How To Make

Start by adding the butter and oil to a large skillet. If you don’t have a large skillet you can divide the butter, oil, and hashbrowns between two smaller skillets. Heat over medium heat until the butter is melted.

Once the butter is melted you can add the frozen hashbrowns, spreading them out in the pan. Make sure you don’t overcrowd the pan too much. Season the hashbrowns with salt and pepper.

The magic in crispy golden browned hashbrowns lies in not touching the hashbrowns in the pan until they are golden brown and ready to flip. This takes anywhere from 4-6 minutes depending on the size of your pan. Once golden brown, flip the hashbrowns. We like using a firm flipper upside down to scrape the bottom of the pan to get the hashbrowns to release from the pan and then flip. Cook for an additional 4-6 minutes or until golden browned and cooked through.

up close pic of hashbrowns on a plate with eggs and sausage

Variations for making crispy hashbrowns

Season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, ranch seasoning or chili powder along with salt and pepper
Add red pepper flakes or a few splashes of hot sauce
Top with shredded cheddar, mozzarella or pepper jack cheese
Add sauteed vegetables such as bell peppers, mushrooms and onions
Top with crumbled bacon, sausage or chorizo

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you need to thaw?

Thawing is not required, you can simply add the potatoes to the pan straight from the freezer.

How to store?

Store cooked hashbrowns in an airtight container once cooled in the refrigerator.

Can you refreeze?

It is recommended to not refreeze these potatoes because of the unappetizing texture when reheated.

How long do these hash browns last?

Cooked hash browns will last up to 3 days in the fridge. Meal prep this recipe by making a large batch then storing and reheating each morning in the microwave or by tossing back into a heated pan.

How to make crispy hashbrowns from frozen?

To make crispy hash browns from frozen, heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of oil or butter. Place the frozen hash browns in an even layer and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, flipping occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Kids In The Kitchen

Cooking tips and suggestions for kids making this recipe.

To test if the butter and oil is hot enough, drop a few pieces of potatoes into the pan. If it sizzles, then the remaining potatoes can be added.
Season with only salt and pepper or add any additional seasoning such as 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika and/or chili powder.
For extra crispy hashbrowns, cook longer by increasing the cooking time to 5-6 minutes on each side.

Gluten-Free Breakfast Recipes

CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination.

The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.

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