Description
Enjoy a delicious twist on breakfast with these Bacon Potato Cheese Waffles. Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, they combine grated russet potatoes, crispy bacon, and melted cheddar cheese for a savory treat perfect for any meal. Serve them hot with your favorite toppings for a satisfying dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 cup cooked bacon, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or oil for the waffle iron
Instructions
- Peel and grate the russet potatoes using a box grater. Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes, chopped bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the dry ingredients to the potato mixture and gently fold until just combined.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and add the milk. Mix well and pour this wet mixture into the potato mixture. Stir until well combined; the batter should be thick and chunky.
- Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions, typically to medium-high heat.
- Lightly grease the waffle iron with cooking spray or oil.
- Scoop an appropriate amount of batter onto the center of the waffle iron, being careful not to overfill.
- Close the waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions, usually about 5-7 minutes. Check a minute or two before the timer goes off.
- Once golden brown and crispy, carefully remove the waffles using a fork or tongs and place them on a wire rack to keep them crispy.
- Repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the waffle iron as needed. You should get about 4-6 waffles.
- Serve the waffles on their own or with toppings like maple syrup, sour cream, and chives.
- For an extra treat, add a fried egg on top of each waffle.
- Sprinkle additional chopped bacon and shredded cheese on top before serving.
- Enjoy these hearty waffles while they’re hot for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Make sure to squeeze out as much moisture from the grated potatoes as possible to avoid soggy waffles.
- Feel free to customize the toppings based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes