Sweet Waffle Grilled Cheese (Print Version)
Crispy waffles with melted cheese and fruit preserves make a delicious sweet-and-savory breakfast or snack.
# What You'll Need:
→ Waffles
01 - 4 frozen or homemade sweet waffles
→ Cheese
02 - 4 slices mild cheddar or Havarti cheese
→ Sweet Elements
03 - 2 tablespoons fruit preserves (strawberry, raspberry, or apricot)
→ Butter
04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
# Directions:
01 - Preheat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
02 - Spread 1/2 tablespoon of butter on one side of each waffle.
03 - Place 2 waffles, buttered side down, on a cutting board.
04 - Spread 1 tablespoon of fruit preserves evenly over each waffle.
05 - Top each with 2 slices of cheese.
06 - Place the remaining waffles on top, buttered side up, to form sandwiches.
07 - Carefully transfer the sandwiches to the skillet. Cook for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the waffles are golden and the cheese is melted.
08 - Slice in half and serve warm.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The crispy waffle exterior creates the most incredible texture contrast with that melty cheese inside
- It hits every single craving at once sweet salty crunchy warm and comforting
02 -
- Do not skip softening the butter first or you will tear up your waffles trying to spread it
- Keep the heat at medium because the sugar in the waffles burns faster than regular bread
03 -
- Use a spatula to press down gently while cooking so the waffle makes full contact with the skillet
- If your waffles are thick slice them horizontally first to create thinner more manageable sandwiches