Healthy Sweet Potato Hash Browns (Printable)
Golden, oven-baked sweet potato patties seasoned to perfection and cooked with minimal oil for a wholesome morning meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and coarsely grated
02 - 1 small red onion, finely diced
03 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
→ Binders & Seasonings
04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 3 tablespoons chickpea flour or all-purpose flour
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ For Cooking
10 - 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil, divided
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place grated sweet potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture thoroughly.
03 - In a large bowl, combine sweet potatoes, red onion, spring onions, eggs, chickpea flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
04 - Drizzle 1 tablespoon oil over the lined baking sheet and spread evenly.
05 - Scoop 1/4-cup portions of the mixture onto the sheet, flattening each into a patty about 1/2 inch thick.
06 - Brush or drizzle the tops with the remaining oil.
07 - Bake for 12 minutes, flip hash browns carefully, and bake an additional 10 to 13 minutes until golden and crisp.
08 - Serve immediately, garnished with extra spring onions if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The natural sweetness of sweet potatoes pairs beautifully with savory spices, creating that perfect sweet and salty balance we all crave in breakfast food.
- Baking instead of frying means you can enjoy that satisfying crunch without the guilt or the greasy aftermath of traditional pan-fried hash browns.
02 -
- The moisture squeezing step is not optional, sweet potatoes release significantly more water than regular potatoes and skipping this will result in soggy, disappointing patties.
- Letting the formed patties sit for about 5 minutes before baking helps them firm up slightly, leading to better structure and easier flipping.
03 -
- If you want extra crispy hash browns, finish them under the broiler for 2-3 minutes after baking, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Chickpea flour not only keeps these gluten-free but adds a subtle nutty flavor and superior binding compared to regular flour.