Sweet Waffle Grilled Cheese (Printer-friendly)
Crispy waffles meet melted cheese and fruit preserves for a delightful 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. Spread 1 tablespoon of fruit preserves evenly over each waffle.
04 - Top each with 2 slices of cheese.
05 - Place the remaining waffles on top, buttered side up, to form sandwiches.
06 - 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.
07 - Slice in half and serve warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The contrast between hot melted cheese and sweet fruit preserves hits every craving at once
- It transforms frozen waffles into something that feels like a restaurant treat
- You probably have everything you need right now, no special trip to the grocery store required
02 -
- Pressing too hard will crush the waffles delicate texture, so use a light hand when flipping
- The waffles brown faster than regular bread, so keep your heat medium, not medium-high
- Frozen waffles need no thawing—straight from freezer to pan works perfectly
03 -
- A spatula with a thin edge slides under the waffles without tearing them apart
- If your waffles are very thick, finish them in a 350 degree oven for 5 minutes to ensure the cheese melts completely