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Crispy Hash Brown Egg Cups: A Delicious and Easy Breakfast Recipe

These crispy hash brown egg cups combine golden-brown potatoes and fluffy eggs, topped with melted cheese. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a snack, they are easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite ingredients.

  • Total Time: 65 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cups 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 medium-sized russet potatoes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions (for garnish)
  • Cooking spray or additional olive oil for greasing the muffin tin

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and peel the russet potatoes.
  3. Grate the potatoes using a box grater or food processor.
  4. Place the shredded potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the drained shredded potatoes with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well.
  6. Drizzle olive oil over the potato mixture and toss until coated.
  7. Grease a standard muffin tin with cooking spray or olive oil.
  8. Press the potato mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of each muffin cup, creating a well in the center.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  10. While baking, crack the eggs into a bowl, add a pinch of salt and pepper, and whisk. Fold in diced bell peppers if using.
  11. Remove the hash brown cups from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
  12. Carefully loosen the edges and lift the cups out of the tin.
  13. Place the cups back in the muffin tin or a baking dish.
  14. Pour the egg mixture into each cup, filling them about 3/4 full.
  15. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each filled cup.
  16. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until eggs are set and cheese is bubbly.
  17. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
  18. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
  19. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • These hash brown egg cups can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for a few days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
  • Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or meats.
  • Author: Aria
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes