Sweet Waffle Grilled Cheese (Printable)
Crispy waffles filled with melted cheese and fruit preserves for a satisfying sweet-savory combination.
# 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
# Steps:
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 crispy waffle grid creates way more surface area for that perfect golden crunch than regular bread ever could
- Fruit preserves balance the savory cheese in a way that feels like breakfast and lunch had a delicious baby
02 -
- Low and slow heat prevents burning the waffle exterior before the cheese has time to melt properly
- Letting the sandwiches rest for about one minute after cutting keeps the hot cheese from running everywhere when you bite in
03 -
- A weighted press or heavy pan on top while cooking creates restaurant style grill marks and evenly melted cheese
- Let the cheese come to room temperature for five minutes before assembling so it melts faster and more evenly