Description
These Mac and Cheese Waffles are a delicious way to transform your leftover macaroni and cheese into a crispy, crunchy on the outside, creamy, and cheesy treat. Perfect for breakfast or dinner, they combine the comfort of mac and cheese with the fun of waffles, delivering a satisfying meal that can be enjoyed plain or with a variety of toppings.
Ingredients
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Mac and Cheese Waffles
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheese
- 2 ½ cups leftover mac and cheese
Topping Suggestions
- Maple syrup
- Hot sauce
- Fried eggs
- Green onions
- Pickled red onions
- Sour cream
- Ketchup
- Hot honey
- Salsa
Instructions
- Preheat and grease the waffle maker: Prepare your waffle maker by preheating it according to the manufacturer’s instructions and lightly greasing the plates to prevent sticking.
- Mix wet and dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and cornstarch, then add smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Whisk until well combined to create a smooth batter base.
- Add cheese and mac and cheese: Stir in shredded cheese and leftover mac and cheese until the mixture is fully combined and creamy.
- Cook the waffles: Scoop the mac and cheese mixture into the hot, greased waffle maker. The amount will depend on your waffle maker size; about ½ cup per waffle is ideal. Close and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions until the waffles are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Serve and enjoy: Remove the waffles carefully and serve hot. Enjoy them plain or with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, hot sauce, fried eggs, or any other suggested toppings.
Notes
- Ingredient quantities can be adjusted based on your leftover mac and cheese recipe and preference for texture.
- Nutritional information is based on 5 waffles made using approximately ½ cup batter per waffle in a standard waffle maker.
- Nutrition will vary depending on the type and amount of cheese and mac and cheese used.
- For storage, keep waffles refrigerated for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat by baking until warm and crispy again.
- Consider pairing these waffles with protein like chicken to create a delicious twist on chicken and waffles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Main Dish, Appetizer
- Method: Waffle Iron / Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: breakfast mac and cheese, cheesy waffle, leftover mac and cheese, mac and cheese waffle, thanksgiving leftover recipe, thanksgiving leftovers
