Description
Looking for the best savory waffle idea? These bacon and cheese loaded waffles are quick, easy, and perfect for brunch or dinner! Whether you want a fun breakfast for dinner recipe or just need a simple and satisfying meal, these cheesy waffles are the answer. They’re freezer-friendly, beginner-approved, and packed with bold flavor!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
- Sour cream (for topping)
- Chopped chives (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the waffle iron.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, milk, and melted butter until smooth.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir until just combined.
- Fold in cheese and chopped bacon gently.
- Grease waffle iron and pour in batter, cook until golden and crisp (about 4-5 minutes).
- Remove and keep warm; repeat with remaining batter.
- Top with sour cream and chives before serving.
Notes
- Add chopped jalapeños or cayenne for a spicy kick.
- Freeze cooked waffles and reheat in toaster.
- Swap cheddar for mozzarella or pepper jack for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Waffle Iron
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 90mg