Waffle Breakfast Sandwiches: Crispy bacon, melty cheese, fluffy scrambled eggs drizzled with syrup, piled on warm crispy waffles, makes for a new delicious and easy breakfast idea!
Breakfast sandwiches can be easy to make, using simple ingredients and are great for meal planning and freezing for a quick breakfast.
This bacon egg and cheese sandwich is similar, using brioche buns instead of waffles. Or, for the same breakfast sandwich vibe, this fried bologna and egg sandwich or this pineapple and ham breakfast sandwich, are both fun twists to a traditional breakfast sandwich.
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Recipe Highlights
- A Fun Twist: Breakfast sandwiches can be a great, easy breakfast idea but the same sandwich can get old. Inspired by my waffle burger, instead of using regular bread, using toasty waffles adds a different texture and flavor to this common breakfast sandwich.
- Easy to Make: A quick prep time and easy assembly, make this recipe a great choice for a grab-and-go option for even to make for a large crowd if hosting.
- Presentation: If hosting a brunch, these breakfast sandwiches look amazing and guests love how different they are, since waffles are serving as the “bun” in this sandwich. Tip: Wrap the bottom half of the sandwiches in parchment paper to help hold them together to make them easier to hold, and to give them a classy look. Or, go with the waffle charcuterie idea, and allow guests to do a build-your-own breakfast sandwich.
Ingredients
The ingredients are simple for this recipe but I’ve provided some notes below about some of the key ingredients.
- Waffles – For added variety, use flavored waffles like fluffy blueberry waffles or Belgian chocolate chip waffles. Or, for some added flair, these rainbow waffles are a colorful way to add fun to waffle breakfast sandwiches.
- Cheese – For a different flavor profile, swap American cheese for cheddar or Swiss. Double the cheese for extra cheesy goodness!
- Bacon – There are many different ways you can cook bacon for this recipe. Cooking bacon in the oven is my favorite but you can also cook bacon in the air fryer for a faster method. You can also use turkey bacon cooked in the oven for this recipe as well.
How to Make Waffle Breakfast Sandwiches
Step 5: Top sandwich with another waffle. (Optional: Drizzle syrup on top of scrambled eggs before topping with second waffle if desired.)
Recipe Tips
- Cooking Waffles – A toaster is a great way to quickly make waffles. You can also cook frozen waffles in the air fryer. Then, if desired, heat the oven to 200 degrees and place the toasted waffles on a sheet pan to keep them warm while you prepare the rest of the sandwich.
- Crispy Bacon – Making sure the bacon is crispy, is key. It makes the sandwich easier to bite in to since the bacon breaks aways instead of pulls out.
- Kid-Friendly – Mini waffles can also be used to create bite-sized sandwiches perfect for little hands.
- Additional Sandwich Options – Want more? You can also layer on cooked frozen hashbrown patties, or even cooked sausage patties.
How to Store Waffle Breakfast Sandwiches
- Leftover Sandwiches: Wrap assembled sandwiches tightly in foil and store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.
- Make-Ahead: Prepare bacon and scrambled eggs in advance. Store them separately in airtight containers in the fridge. Assemble the sandwiches just before serving for the best texture.
- Freezer Friendly: Assemble the sandwiches, allow them to cool and then wrap in aluminum foil, or my favorite, the “Press ‘n Seal” wrap and then store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to eat them, unwrap then pop them on a baking sheet for 5 to 10 minutes at 350 degrees F.
FAQs
How to make the viral waffle house sandwich?
Layer shredded hashbrowns, sausage, scrambled eggs, cheese and bacon between two waffles and drizzle with maple syrup.
What are breakfast sandwich topping ideas?
Bacon, sausage, ham, fried chicken, egg, cheese, avocado, peppers, and spinach, are great breakfas sandwich ideas.
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Recipe
Waffle Breakfast Sandwiches
Waffle Breakfast Sandwiches – these easy breakfast sandwiches take classic breakfast staples and combine them into a fun out-of-the-box breakfast idea.
Ingredients
- 8 waffles store-bought frozen works great
- 8 eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper or to taste
- 8 slices cooked bacon crispy – See how to cook bacon
- 4 slices American cheese
- pancake syrup optional, for drizzling
Instructions
- Toast the waffles until they are golden brown and crisp. Set aside on a plate.
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain the excess grease.
- In a mixing bowl, crack 8 large eggs and add 2 tablespoons of 2% milk, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and ½ teaspoon ground black pepper. Using a whisk or fork, beat the mixture briskly until the yolks and whites are fully blended and the surface appears slightly bubbly. This step incorporates air into the eggs, which helps achieve a light and fluffy texture when cooked.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Add 2 tablespoons unsalted butter and let it melt gently, coating the bottom of the pan. Pour the whisked eggs into the pan. Let them sit undisturbed for a few seconds until the edges begin to set.
- Using a silicone spatula, gently push the eggs from the edges toward the center. Stir in a circular motion to create soft curds. Be careful not to over-stir, as this will break the texture. When the eggs are mostly set but still slightly wet, place four slices of American cheese over the eggs in four sections and heat until melted. Remove from heat and use your spatula to section the eggs into four equal portions.
- Lay one waffle on a plate as the base. Place 2 slices of crispy bacon on the waffle. Top with 1 portion of fluffy scrambled eggs with cheese. Drizzle with pancake syrup if desired. Finish with a second toasted waffle on top. Repeat for all 4 waffle sandwiches.
- Serve immediately while warm. Add extra syrup on the side for dipping.
Notes
Bacon Tip: Making sure your bacon is crispy, makes the sandwich easier to bite in to and eat.
Freezer Friendly: Assemble the sandwiches, allow them to cool and then wrap in aluminum foil, or my favorite, the “Press ‘n Seal” wrap and then store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to eat them, unwrap then pop them on a baking sheet for 5 to 10 minutes at 350 degrees F.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sandwich | Calories: 529kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 398mg | Sodium: 1784mg | Potassium: 306mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1933IU | Calcium: 445mg | Iron: 6mg
Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more.
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Allie Bussey says
Just like an outfit you can wear differently for a few days, these waffles are just like my fashion style! Absolutely love that you can freeze them and go to them on crazy mornings before school. Delicious too! Best part is that I can have a breakfast date with my toddler often! I said it once and I’ll say it over and over again…I love waffles. I love easy. My toddler loves them and always says, “Num, Num Num.” I so love my toddler. For me, this recipe is Love. 💙
Jessica says
I love love love the way you said this! How fun and thank you so much for the sweet words!