Hash Brown Breakfast Bundt
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Bake Time: 45–55 minutes
Rest Time: 10–15 minutes
Total Time: About 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8–10 slices
Ingredients
For the Hash Brown Crust:
4 cups frozen shredded hash browns (thawed & squeezed dry)
3 tablespoons melted butter
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Egg Filling:
8 large eggs
½ cup milk or cream
1 cup cooked breakfast sausage (or diced cooked chicken/beef)
1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella
½ cup diced bell peppers
½ cup chopped onions
¼ cup chopped spinach (optional)
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon paprika
Step-by-Step Instructions
Preheat & Prepare Pan
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Grease a 10–12 cup Bundt pan VERY well (important!).
Tip: Use butter + light flour dusting or nonstick spray.
Make the Hash Brown Crust
In a bowl mix:
Thawed hash browns (very dry)
Melted butter
1 cup cheese
Salt & pepper
Press mixture firmly into the bottom and slightly up the sides of the Bundt pan.
Bake for 15–18 minutes until lightly golden.
This step makes it crispy!
Prepare Egg Mixture
In a large bowl whisk:
Eggs
Milk/cream
Salt, pepper, paprika
Stir in:
Cooked sausage
Bell peppers
Onion
Spinach
1 cup shredded cheese
Fill the Bundt
Remove crust from oven.
Carefully pour egg mixture into the crust.
Return to oven and bake 30–40 minutes, or until center is set.
You can check by inserting a knife — it should come out clean.
Rest & Unmold
Let rest for 10–15 minutes.
Run a knife gently around edges.
Place serving plate on top and flip carefully.
Lift pan slowly — reveal the golden breakfast ring
Pro Tips for Success
Squeeze ALL water from hash browns (important for crispiness)
Let it rest before flipping — prevents breaking
Don’t overfill the pan
Use full-fat cheese for best melt
Flavor Variations
Add mushrooms & Swiss cheese (French style)
Use turkey bacon instead of sausage
Add jalapeños for a spicy version
Make it vegetarian with sautéed zucchini + mushrooms
Nutrition (Approx per slice)
Calories: ~320
Protein: 18g
Carbs: 14–16g
Fat: 22g
(Varies depending on fillings.)
Final Thoughts
This dish is:
Crispy outside
Cheesy & fluffy inside
Perfect for meal prep
Beautiful centerpiece for brunch