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
One Minute Waffle Iron Baked Apples, by Cupcake Project.
2. A grilled Cheese Sandwich
Bacon Jalapeno Grilled Cheese, via Thrillist.
3. Mashed potatoes
Mashed potatoes, cheddar and chives waffles, by Joy The Baker.
4. Pizza
Pizza Waffles recipe, by Sweet C Designs.
5. Red Velvet Cookies
Red Velvet Waffle Iron Cookies, by Jens Favorite Cookies.
6. Another grilled cheese sandwich
Waffle Iron Grilled Cheese Sandwich, via iFood TV.
7. Hash Browns
Oil-Free Waffle Iron Hash Browns, by Fat Free Vegan.
8. Kale (!)
Feta and Kale Stuffed Breakfast Waffles, via Pillsbury.
9. Omelet
Clean Eating Waffle Iron Omelets, via The Gracious Pantry.
10. Oreo cookies
Waffled Oreo cookies and vanilla ice cream, by Luxirare.