Loaded Hash Browns (Extra Crispy and Cheesy)

Name: Loaded Hash Browns (Extra Crispy and Cheesy)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4-6 hashbrown patties; ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1 tbsp chives, chopped; 1 ½ tsp ranch seasoning; 2 tbsp crumbled bacon

Description: This loaded hash browns recipe takes crispy hashbrown patties and turns them into the ultimate comfort food. They’re air-fried until golden, smothered with melted cheddar, and finished with a cool ranch-chive sour cream topping plus plenty of smoky bacon crumbles. Think of them like loaded potato skins, but crispier, cheesier, and packed with even more flavor! Perfect for breakfast, brunch, game day, or even a late-night snack, these loaded hash browns won't disappoint.

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 25

Ingredients

4-6 hashbrown patties
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tbsp chives, chopped
1 ½ tsp ranch seasoning
2 tbsp crumbled bacon

Instructions

1. Air fry the hashbrown patties at 400°F for 20 minutes until golden and crispy.
2. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the tops and return to the air fryer for another 3–5 minutes, just until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
3. In a small bowl, mix together sour cream, chopped chives, and ranch seasoning to make a creamy topping.
4. Spread the sour cream mixture over the cheesy hashbrowns, then finish with extra shredded cheddar, crumbled bacon, more ranch seasoning, and a sprinkle of fresh chives. Serve warm and enjoy!