A waffle iron is this kind of bulky appliance that takes up precious kitchen cabinet space without being used that much. But if you think of it as an easy-to-use griddle that cooks things on both sides at the same time, you might end up experimenting some interesting breakfast, meal or dessert variations! Here are 10 surprising recipes that completely stretch the limits of the conventional use of your good old waffle iron.
1. Apples
Photo credit: © Eatwell101.comOne Minute Waffle Iron Baked Apples, by Cupcake Project.
2. A grilled Cheese Sandwich
Photo credit: © Eatwell101.comBacon Jalapeno Grilled Cheese, via Thrillist.
3. Mashed potatoes
Photo credit: © Eatwell101.comMashed potatoes, cheddar and chives waffles, by Joy The Baker.
4. Pizza
Photo credit: © Eatwell101.comPizza Waffles recipe, by Sweet C Designs.
5. Red Velvet Cookies
Photo credit: © Eatwell101.comRed Velvet Waffle Iron Cookies, by Jens Favorite Cookies.
6. Another grilled cheese sandwich
Photo credit: © Eatwell101.comWaffle Iron Grilled Cheese Sandwich, via iFood TV.
7. Hash Browns
Photo credit: © Eatwell101.comOil-Free Waffle Iron Hash Browns, by Fat Free Vegan.
8. Kale (!)
Photo credit: © Eatwell101.comFeta and Kale Stuffed Breakfast Waffles, via Pillsbury.
9. Omelet
Photo credit: © Eatwell101.comClean Eating Waffle Iron Omelets, via The Gracious Pantry.
10. Oreo cookies
Photo credit: © Eatwell101.comWaffled Oreo cookies and vanilla ice cream, by Luxirare.