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Croque Madame Waffles

Savory Croque Madame Waffles for Your Brunch Delight

Delight in the gourmet flavors of Croque Madame Waffles, featuring layers of ham and gooey cheese, perfect for brunch.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 waffles
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Béchamel Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons butter or margarine for a dairy-free option
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour gluten-free flour works as a substitute
  • 2 cups whole milk almond milk is a great alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard yellow mustard can be used instead
For the Waffle Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder ensure it's fresh for best results
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 large eggs (lightly beaten) flax eggs are an excellent vegan substitute
  • 1 cup milk
  • ¼ cup butter (melted)
  • 1 cup shaved ham turkey or bacon can be substituted
  • 1 cup Gruyère cheese (grated) Emmental or Swiss cheese can also be used
For Serving
  • 2 large eggs (poached or fried) scrambled tofu is a vegetarian alternative
  • 2 tablespoons chives (chopped) green onions or parsley can also work well

Equipment

  • Waffle Maker
  • Medium saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 2 minutes. Gradually add milk while whisking until thickened, about 5–7 minutes. Stir in mustard, salt, and pepper.
  2. Preheat waffle maker. In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Add eggs, milk, and melted butter. Mix until blended, then fold in ham and cheese.
  3. Grease waffle maker. Pour batter and cook for 4–5 minutes until golden brown. Remove and keep warm.
  4. On a baking sheet, spoon béchamel over waffles, add ham and sprinkle with cheese. Broil for 2–3 minutes until bubbly and brown.
  5. Top each waffle with a poached egg and garnish with chives. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1waffleCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Experiment with different cheeses for unique flavors and enjoy a delightful brunch experience.

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