Description
This Cream Cheese Hashbrown Casserole is the ultimate breakfast comfort food. Combining creamy textures with cheesy goodness and crispy bacon, it’s a warm, satisfying dish perfect for brunch or a hearty breakfast. Made with shredded hashbrowns, softened cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar, Parmesan, and flavorful seasonings, it bakes to a golden, bubbly perfection that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 (30 oz) bag frozen shredded hashbrowns, thawed
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare the Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish using nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easy.
- Mix the Creamy Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating a rich and flavorful base for the casserole.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Add the thawed shredded hashbrowns, shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped green onions, and crumbled cooked bacon if using. Mix everything thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Assemble the Casserole: Spread the combined mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top to create an even layer for baking.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 45 to 50 minutes. The casserole should be hot and bubbly with a golden-brown crust on top.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing and serving to let it set and make serving easier.
Notes
- Make it ahead the night before and refrigerate; add 10 extra minutes to the bake time when baking from cold.
- For a meatless version, omit the bacon and add sautéed bell peppers or mushrooms for extra flavor and texture.
- Leftovers reheat well, making this dish ideal for meal prep breakfasts throughout the week.
