Cheese Waffles with Ham Sauce

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly cheesy, these Cheese Waffles with Ham Sauce are the ultimate savory indulgence for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner! Made with sharp cheddar folded into a light and fluffy batter, these waffles boast rich flavor and a perfectly crisp texture. The star of the show is the decadent ham sauce—creamy, cheesy, and studded with tender pieces of diced ham—crafted with Parmesan for an added depth of flavor. This recipe comes together in just 35 minutes and delivers a comforting, protein-packed meal that’s as easy to make as it is satisfying. Serve these waffles hot, with the velvety ham sauce generously ladled on top, and watch them disappear in no time. Perfect for pairing with a simple green salad or a sunny-side-up egg, these waffles are a crowd-pleasing twist on classic comfort food.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 20 min
• Total Time: 35 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

14 items

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 large Eggs
• 1.25 cups Milk
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Diced ham
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (for sauce)
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour (for sauce)
• 1.25 cups Milk (for sauce)
• 0.5 cup Shredded Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.

2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

3. In a separate medium bowl, beat the eggs, then whisk in the milk and melted butter.

4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese.

5. Grease the waffle iron with non-stick spray or a small amount of melted butter. Pour the recommended amount of batter for your waffle iron into the heated iron. Cook until the waffles are golden brown and crisp. Repeat with the remaining batter.

6. While the waffles are cooking, prepare the ham sauce. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

7. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is golden and bubbly.

8. Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly to ensure no lumps form. Cook until the sauce begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.

9. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, diced ham, and ground black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and the ham is heated through. Remove from heat.

10. Serve the waffles hot, topped with the creamy ham sauce. Enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (349.8g)

Calories		693
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		38.8 g	50%
	Saturated Fat	23.4 g	117%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		218 mg	73%
Sodium		1654 mg	72%
Total Carbohydrate		49.3 g	18%
	Dietary Fiber	1.4 g	5%
	Total Sugars	8.7 g
Protein		35.7 g	71%
Vitamin D		2.5 mcg	13%
Calcium		526 mg	40%
Iron		2.8 mg	16%
Potassium		439 mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1401 cal (50.7%%)

Protein: 572 cal (20.7%%)

Carbs: 790 cal (28.6%%)