Easy Cheesy Potato Waffles
Cheesy Potato Waffles is a savoury breakfast that is perfect and easy to customize with whatever topping you prefer. Extra sharp cheese was added for some extra crips and flavour to these fun bites.
Get ready to elevate your brunch game with these Cheesy Potato Waffles! Think of them as the ultimate comfort food upgrade—crispy on the outside, soft and cheesy on the inside. Whether you pile them high with toppings or enjoy them plain, these waffles are a crowd-pleaser. Perfect for family brunches or lazy weekend mornings, they bring a little taste of the UK and Ireland to your table.
Mashed or Grated?
You can go either way! But if you have leftover potatoes, try mixing them with some grated potato for extra texture.
Here are the two results, which will vary depending on the texture and flavour you’re after:
Grated Potatoes: Waffles made with grated potatoes are more like hash browns in texture—crispy on the outside with a soft interior. The potatoes hold together well and offer a nice bite, making the waffles extra crispy.
Mashed Potatoes: Waffles made with mashed potatoes have a creamier texture. They tend to be softer and more uniform in flavour, with a crisp outer layer from the waffle iron but a smoother inside. The mashed version is perfect for using leftovers.
However, for today’s version, I kept it easy-breezy and grated potatoes with the smaller holes of a cheese grater (Check the video below).
Type of Potato
The best type of potato for making potato waffles depends on the texture you are looking for:
- Russet Potatoes (Idaho Potatoes) are the go-to for crispy potato waffles. Their high starch content and low moisture help the waffles become extra crispy on the outside while remaining fluffy inside. They are for both grated and mashed potato waffles and offer a sturdy texture.
- Yellow Potatoes (Yukon Gold Potatoes) have a medium starch content and are a great option if you want a more buttery, creamy texture in your waffles. They are perfect for mashed potato waffles and balance fluffiness and creaminess.
- Red Potatoes are waxy, with low starch and higher moisture content, so they don’t rise like russets. However, they can work well for softer, mashed potato-style waffles or for waffles where you want a more tender bite.
Mixing the red and yellow potatoes would work wonderfully. Even a purple potato in the mix would give the waffles some lovely colour!
With or Without the Skin?
The skin gives the waffles extra crunch. Did you know the skin of a potato contains up to 12 times the amount of antioxidants as the flesh? Especially with russet potatoes, the skin is thicker, resulting in a much crunchier finish. But no worries if the kids are not into coloured bits in their waffles; peel them up.
Topping Ideas
What goes on top of your cheesy potato waffles is unlimited! Making a brunch for a bunch of people? Why not add a few options in the center of the table for each to choose their favourite toppings? Here are a few ideas:
- Creamy Sour cream, Greek yogurt, Skyr, or Quark.
- Fresh tomatoes, cucumbers or avocados.
- Crispy bacon bits, ham or smoked salmon.
- Irresistible poached or scrambled eggs.
- Fresh chives, scallions or basil leaves.
Other Savoury Breakfast Ideas
Cheesy Potato Waffles
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes (one per person) russet or yellow
- 100 g aged cheddar or any sharp cheese
- 60 g flour or rice flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- nutmeg *optional
- salt and pepper
Toppings
- bacon pieces
- sour cream or plain yogurt or Skyr
- tomato
- chives or scallions
Instructions
- In a big bowl, grind the raw (with or without skin) potatoes and cheese with the smaller holes of a mandoline or cheese grater. Squeeze the excess liquid from the potato and discard it.
- Add the flour, egg, oil, nutmeg, salt and pepper and mix.
- In a pre-warm waffle maker, oil the elements lightly, then add the potato mixture for 10 to 15 minutes until no more vapour comes out and the waffles are golden. (It's better not to open it before 10 minutes, or it could break the waffles.)
- Cut the chive and mix with the sour cream and salt. Then, add the toppings of your choice to the waffles.
Video
Notes
- Chives and Sour cream, Greek Yogurt, Skyr or Quark.
- Fresh tomatoes
- Bacon bits or smokey salmon.
- Poached egg
- Avocado and lettuce
Nutrition
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Fun to make these when guest are home for Breakfast. Looks so tempting and inviting. Best for a Kitty party treat platter as well.
I’ve just googled Kitty party! Would love to attend one! I’ll bring the waffles;)
These turned out so satisfying! Crispy edges and melty cheese make them a hit for any time of day. Plus, they’re simple to put together, making them an easy go-to for a cozy snack.
I couldn’t agree more!
I tried these cheesy potato waffles, and wow, they were fantastic! Super crispy on the outside and soft inside with that cheesy goodness—my whole family loved them.
It’s a great savoury breakfast for the whole family!
I prefer savory breakfast, so this waffle recipe is right up my alley! Perfect for adding to a brunch spread too.
Me too! I’m a salty morning person!
Amazing quick and easy dish! So delicious!
Thanks!
Never heard of this recipe before and it looked so intriguing. Did not disappoint!
It does not indeed!
These are so good! I’ve never made waffles with a potato batter before, but I was immediately in love with it!
It’s a great savoury breakfast! Plus so easy to freeze and pop out, reheat in the toaster in a few minutes!
These cheesy potato waffles are pure comfort food—crispy on the outside and so cheesy on the inside! They make for a fun twist on breakfast, and honestly, I could eat them any time of day!
Yes, so easy to make at all hours!
What can be more comforting than a bowl of potatoes and cheese combined! I would add a bit of chilies for an added kick!
A little cousin of rostï or hashbrowns.
These Cheesy Potato Waffles were so delicious!! I can’t wait to make them again. The family loved them,
Yes, plus way healthier than the usual waffle!
What a fabulous savory waffle recipe! I’d never had savory waffles, but I was sold with how tasty these are. Pefect for fall!
Perfect for colder months yeah!
These were fabulous waffles! Perfect for our Sunday brunch.
Yes, and easy to make ahead of time!
Do I need to squeeze out the water from the grated potatoes when making this?
Yes, but a simple squeeze with the hands is sufficient. There is no need to remove with a cheesecloth.