Waffles With Cheese, A Decadent Sweet Indulgence To Enjoy This Season

Belgian waffles with cheese redefine indulgence, offering a harmonious combination of flavours and textures.

Updated Dec 12, 2024, 10:50 PM IST

Belgian waffles are loved for their crispy edges, airy centers and a subtle sweetness that makes them the perfect canvas for creative toppings. While classic pairings like whipped cream and berries dominate menus, add a surprising twist of cheese to your favourite waffle to create a luxurious treat that is indulgent and irresistible.

These waffles, traditionally enjoyed as breakfast, have evolved into versatile delights suitable for desserts or snacks. Adding cheese to Belgian waffles elevates them into a unique realm of sweet-salty indulgence. From mild cheeses like cream cheese and ricotta to bold options like mascarpone and cheddar, cheese complements the waffles' golden crispness with a velvety richness. Whether you are hosting a brunch, craving dessert or simply exploring new culinary adventures, this sweet-salty fusion is sure to impress your taste buds.

Waffles With Cheese Recipe-Serves 4

Prep time- 15 min, cook time- 20 min

Ingredients:

For the Waffle Batter

Quantity	Ingredients
1 ¾ cups	All-purpose flour
2 tsp	Baking powder
2 tbsp	Granulated sugar
¼ tsp	Salt
2 Large	Eggs, separated
1 ½ cups	Milk
6 tbsp	Unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp	Vanilla extract
1 cup	Cheddar cheese, grated

For Toppings

Quantity	Ingredients
2 tbsp	Cream cheese, softened
As needed	Honey or maple syrup
1 tbsp	Fresh herbs (chives or parsley, finely chopped)
For garnish	Extra cheese, grated

Method

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk egg yolks, then add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Combine the wet mixture with the dry ingredients and stir gently.
Fold in the grated cheddar cheese until evenly distributed.
In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold them into the batter to make it light and fluffy.
Preheat your waffle iron and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray. Pour a ladleful of batter onto the waffle iron, spreading it evenly. Close the lid and cook until the waffles are golden brown and crisp.
Serve the waffles warm. Add a dollop of cream cheese, drizzle with honey or maple syrup for a sweet touch or sprinkle extra cheese and fresh herbs for a savoury option.

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