Cheesy Potato Waffles
Delicious, cheesy, and savory Potato Waffles prepared with leftover mashed potatoes and cheddar cheese.
Servings: 10 Yields
Ingredients
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- ¼ cup panko crumbs
- ¾ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, plus more for topping, optional
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives, or to taste, plus more for serving
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- sour cream, for serving, optional
Instructions
- Preheat a waffle iron and grease it with cooking spray.
- Combine all of the ingredients, except for the sour cream, in a large mixing bowl; mix and stir until thoroughly incorporated.
- If you want smaller waffles, scoop out about 1/3 cup of the batter and form into a patty. For bigger waffles, use 1/2 cup of the batter. For a perfect serving size, use 2 ounces of the batter per waffle.
- Transfer the scoop to the preheated waffle iron and close; cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until cooked through and browned on top. Cooking time will depend on the size of the waffles.
- Remove the potato waffle from the waffle iron, top it with a sprinkle of cheese (optional), and set aside.
- Repeat with the remaining batter.
- Serve the potato waffles with sour cream and fresh chives.
Notes
- Everybody’s recipe for mashed potatoes will vary in texture and moisture; if the waffle batter looks dry and is not holding together, add more liquid or one more egg. If it looks too wet, add more panko crumbs. You are looking for a mixture that is cohesive and not runny.
- Before you start cooking, make sure your waffle iron is fully preheated for the best results. This helps in getting a nice, crispy exterior.
- Add fresh herbs like rosemary, thyme, or chives to the batter for an aromatic flavor. For a spicy kick, mix in chopped jalapenos or a dash of hot sauce.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for 3 days or in the freezer for 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1waffle | Calories: 127kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 126mg | Potassium: 436mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 160IU | Vitamin C: 7.5mg | Calcium: 92mg | Iron: 0.9mg
