Crispy Ham and Cheese Waffles | The Best Savory Cheesy Waffle Recipe (2024)

Get ready for the savory waffle recipe you didn’t know you needed in your life! With crispy ham and cheese in these waffles, plus a dose of green onion, they’re everything you could dream of in a savory waffles, and then some.

If traditional waffles are more your style, check out this Classic Fluffy Buttermilk Waffle Recipe and these Extra Light and Fluffy Homemade Wafflesfor your next family breakfast.

Savory Crispy Ham and Cheese Waffles Recipe

There are a handful of classic culinary combinations you just can’t beat: peanut butter and jelly, macaroni and cheese, meatballs and spaghetti, and let’s not forget the motherlode… Ham and cheese. It’s a tried-and-true combination of a sharp bite of cheese with the salty slice of rich ham, and I can never get enough. Enter: these insane crispy ham and cheese waffles.

You might’ve noticed, but this gal loves a good waffle. And there are SO many fun ways to whip ’em up. From cornbread waffles to chocolate chip waffles, the options are literally endless. And that just makes my heart and soul pleased as pie. This concoction creates a crisp exterior that gives way to a flavorful inside of cheddar or swiss cheese (or any of your favorite shredded cheeses), chopped deli ham, and optional green onion.

The cheese forms a melty interior but cooks into a satisfactory crunch on the outside. Just be sure to cook them a little longer to really get a nice bite! I like to cook mine for 1.5 cycles, and then we treat them like a savory biscuit and serve them with eggs or on the side of a big bowl of tomato soup. You’ll be oh-so glad you made these…

What do you put on top of ham and cheese waffles?

Have FUN with these guys and dress them up however you’d like! We like to put an egg on top, sort of like a savory biscuit or piece of toast. You could also treat them like a grilled ham and cheese sandwich and pair them up next to some tomato or chicken noodle soup. Or, just keep them plain! They’re so filling and flavorful that it’s totally up to you.

Which waffle maker is the best?

I love all types of waffles irons! This heart-shaped one is a steal (and adorable, too), while this classic Belgian waffle maker has impeccable reviews.

Is waffle batter supposed to be thin?

Waffle batter should be runnier than it is thick, but not so runny that it’s a water-like consistency (this will make a mess if you put it in a waffle maker). It should also be lumpy because lumps lend to a fluffier, more tender waffle — and because of all the additions in this recipe, it’ll be thicker and lumpier than a normal batter, which is just fine!

How long do ham and cheese waffles stay good for?

You can store ham and cheese waffles in a plastic, sealable baggie or airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or in the freezer for 2 to 3 months.

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Looking for more classic waffle recipes?

• Banana Waffles
• Easy Chocolate Waffle Recipe
• Classic Belgian Waffle Recipe
• The Best Homemade Whole Wheat Waffles Recipe
• Cornbread Waffles with Chili
• Whole Wheat Pumpkin Waffles
• Sweet Cherry Waffles

Serve these savory waffles with:

• Homemade Buttermilk Syrup
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• How to Cook Bacon in the Air Fryer
• Baking Bacon in the Oven
• Blueberry Topping

Crispy ham and cheese waffles are a delectable twist on the classic breakfast dish that are appropriate (and amazing) to eat any meal of the day!