Description
Crispy Hashbrown Sausage Bites are a perfect breakfast treat combining golden, crunchy hashbrowns with savory breakfast sausage in bite-sized pieces. Quick and easy to make, these flavorful morsels offer a satisfying crunch and rich taste, ideal for busy mornings, brunches, or appetizers that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen shredded hashbrowns, thawed and squeezed dry
- 1 pound ground breakfast sausage
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup shredded mild cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Sausage and Hashbrowns: Cook the ground sausage in a skillet over medium heat until fully browned and no longer pink. Drain excess grease, then transfer the sausage to a large mixing bowl. Add the thawed and thoroughly squeezed dried hashbrowns.
- Mix Ingredients Together: Add the beaten eggs, shredded cheese, chopped green onions, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Stir until all ingredients are evenly combined and the eggs coat the mixture well, binding everything together.
- Form the Bites: Scoop out small portions of the mixture and shape them into bite-sized balls or patties about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter, suitable for even cooking and easy finger food.
- Cook Until Golden and Crispy: Heat a generous drizzle of oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the bites in the skillet without overcrowding. Cook each side for 3 to 4 minutes until deep golden brown and crispy, flipping carefully to ensure even cooking.
- Drain and Serve: Transfer the cooked bites to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil. Serve warm immediately for optimal crispiness and flavor.
Notes
- Dry your hashbrowns thoroughly before mixing for the best crispy texture.
- Use a non-stick skillet to prevent sticking and achieve an even golden crust.
- Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, which can cause steaming instead of crisping.
- Let the bites rest for a minute after cooking to firm up the exterior perfectly.
- Mix ingredients thoroughly for consistent flavor and binding.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 bites
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: hashbrowns, sausage bites, crispy breakfast bites, easy breakfast recipe, brunch appetizers, gluten free breakfast