Ultra Soft Ham Cheese Waffles (Print Version)
Enjoy ham and cheese waffles with fluffy texture, smoky ham, creamy cheese, and a hint of fresh chives.
# Ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon granulated sugar
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
→ Wet Ingredients
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2 large eggs
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1 3/4 cups whole milk
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
→ Savory Add-ins
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1 1/2 cups diced ham
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1 1/2 cups shredded cheese
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onions
→ Optional for Serving
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Sour cream or crème fraîche
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Extra shredded cheese
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Honey mustard or aioli
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Fried egg
# Steps:
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In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, melted butter, and Dijon mustard until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
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Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently fold until just combined; do not overmix. The batter should retain some small lumps.
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Add diced ham, shredded cheese, and chopped chives or green onions to the batter. Fold in gently. If the mixture appears too thick, stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk to achieve a scoopable consistency.
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Preheat your waffle iron to medium-high. Lightly grease with butter or non-stick cooking spray when ready.
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Spoon approximately 1/2 to 2/3 cup batter into the center of the waffle iron. Using a spatula, gently spread the batter towards the edges. Close the lid and cook for 4 to 6 minutes, until golden brown and crisp.
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Transfer finished waffles to a wire rack to keep crisp while preparing the remaining batch.
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Serve the savory waffles warm, optionally topped with sour cream, extra cheese, honey mustard, aioli, or a fried egg.
# Notes:
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Do not overmix the batter; lumps help ensure tender waffles. For added flavor, experiment with different cheese blends or add a touch of smoked paprika.