These Oven Baked Sweet Potato Hash Browns are crispy on the outside, tender in the middle and make the perfect addition to any breakfast or brunch. Made with just a handful of simple ingredients, they're easy to prepare and a delicious alternative to traditional hash browns.
A little egg white and cornstarch help bind the grated sweet potato together while keeping the hash browns wonderfully crisp as they bake. They're perfect served with eggs, bacon, sausage or avocado, freeze well for meal prep and are a great way to have a homemade breakfast ready whenever you need it.
Calories in Sweet Potato Hash Browns
This recipe serving 4 and is 179 calories per serving (2 hash browns).
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Ingredients Notes
To make this recipe you will need the following ingredients:
- Sweet Potato: Peel and grate the sweet potato using the coarse side of a box grater or a food processor with a grating attachment to save time.
- Egg White: Helps bind the grated sweet potato together while keeping the hash browns light and crisp.
- Cornstarch: Helps create a crisp exterior while holding the hash browns together. Arrowroot starch or tapioca starch can be used instead.
- Paprika: Adds a mild savoury flavour and enhances the golden colour of the hash browns.
- Onion Powder: Adds a subtle savoury flavour that pairs perfectly with the sweet potato.
- Sea Salt: Enhances the natural sweetness of the sweet potato and brings all the flavours together.
- Olive Oil Spray: A light spray helps the hash browns become beautifully golden and crispy without using lots of oil.
Once you've gathered all the ingredients and prepared them accordingly, you're all set to create this easy and delightful recipe.
See the recipe card for specific quantities and instructions
Variations and Substitutes
These Sweet Potato Hash Browns are easy to customise with different herbs, spices and cheeses.
- Change the seasoning: Add garlic powder, smoked paprika, Cajun seasoning, taco seasoning or chilli flakes.
- Add fresh herbs: Fresh parsley, chives, thyme or rosemary all work well.
- Add cheese: Mix in grated cheddar, Parmesan or a vegetarian Italian-style hard cheese.
- Add vegetables: Finely grated onion, carrot or courgette (zucchini) all work well. Be sure to squeeze out any excess moisture before mixing.
- Use fresh garlic: Swap the onion powder for freshly crushed garlic if you prefer a stronger garlic flavour.
- Use a different starch: Tapioca starch or arrowroot starch can be used instead of cornstarch.
Serving Suggestions
These Sweet Potato Hash Browns are perfect for breakfast, brunch or even a light lunch.
My favourite way to serve them is with a sunny-side-up egg, avocado and a handful of fresh greens. They're also delicious with bacon, breakfast sausage, grilled tomatoes, mushrooms or baked beans.
They also make a great side for breakfast burritos or can be topped with smoked salmon and a dollop of Greek yogurt for a lighter brunch. For something a little different, use two hash browns as a bun and fill them with a homemade sausage patty, egg and cheese for a delicious breakfast sandwich.
Storing, Freezing and Reheating
To Store: Allow the hash browns to cool completely, then transfer them to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
To Freeze: Bake the hash browns for 15-20 minutes, just until set but not fully golden. Allow them to cool completely, then freeze in a single layer on a parchment-lined tray before transferring to a freezer-safe container or bag. Freeze for up to 3 months.
To Reheat: From the refrigerator, reheat in the oven at 200°C (400°F) for 10-12 minutes, or in the air fryer at 190°C (375°F) for 5-6 minutes. From frozen, reheat in the oven for 18-20 minutes, or in the air fryer for 8-10 minutes, until hot and crispy.
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Recipe Card
Oven Baked Sweet Potato Hash Browns
Oven Baked Sweet Potato Hash Browns - Serve up these delicious Sweet Potato Hash Browns for breakfast with some eggs of choice.
Ingredients
- 800g (28oz) of grated peeled sweet potato
- 1 large egg white
- 1 tablespoons of cornstarch (or arrowroot or tapioca starch)
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- ½ teaspoon of onion powder
- pinch sea salt
- olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 220c, Fan 200c, 425f or gas mark 7)
- Squeeze any excess liquid from the grated sweet potato.
- Add to a large bowl.
- Whisk together the egg white, cornstarch, paprika, and onion powder.
- Add to the sweet potato and a pinch of sea salt and mix to thoroughly coat.
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper and spray with a mist of cooking oil spray.
- Roughly Form the sweet potato in 8 equal sized rounds, place on the tray and flatten down.
- Spray over the top with cooking oil spray.
- Place in the oven and bake for 15-20 mins, then carefully sliding a spatula underneath, flip the sweet potato hash brown over, sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt and cook for another 15-20 mins until golden on top.
- Serve with your choice of sides for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Notes
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- Vegetarian Friendly
- Gluten Free/Dairy Free Friendly
- ❄️ Freezer Friendly - see storing, freezing and reheating section
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Nutrition Information
Yield
4Serving Size
1 SERVING (2 HASH BROWNS)Amount Per Serving Calories 179Total Fat 1gSaturated Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 0gSodium 69mgCarbohydrates 40gFiber 6gSugar 12gProtein 4g
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Valentina Breton says
It was simple, ver easy to make and absolutely delicious!!! I have made my mother a fan of sweet potatoes. Keep up the good work!