Savory Waffles with Cottage Cheese and Sausage!

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These gluten-free savory mini waffles are a bite-sized twist on a classic breakfast favorite. Packed with kielbasa sausage, scallions, cottage cheese, garlic, onion, and melted cheese, they are perfect for a hearty breakfast, brunch, or even a savory snack. The combination of potato and cassava flour ensures a light and crispy texture that everyone will love.

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A Delicious Remix on a Classic Favorite

Savory waffles bring an exciting and delicious remix to the classic dish, offering a perfect balance of flavors that can be enjoyed at any meal. Here’s why you should consider incorporating savory waffles into your culinary repertoire:

Flexibility in Meals

Savory waffles can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner. Their hearty ingredients make them substantial enough to stand alone or be paired with a variety of sides. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or looking for a quick dinner solution, savory waffles fit the bill.

Packed with Flavor

The combination of ingredients like kielbasa, scallions, cottage cheese, garlic, onion, and shredded cheese creates a rich and satisfying flavor profile. These ingredients come together to offer a depth of flavor that you won’t find in sweet waffles.

Nutritional Benefits

Savory waffles can be a nutritious option, especially when made with gluten-free flours like potato and cassava. These flours provide a unique texture and are suitable for those with gluten sensitivities. The inclusion of protein-rich ingredients such as cottage cheese and kielbasa adds to the nutritional value, making these waffles a balanced meal option.

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Tips for Making the Perfect Savory Waffles

1. Preheat the Waffle Iron: Ensure your waffle iron is fully preheated before adding the batter. This helps in achieving a crispy exterior.
2. Grease the Waffle Iron: Use non-stick spray or melted butter to lightly grease the waffle iron, preventing the waffles from sticking.
3. Don’t Overmix the Batter: Mix until just combined. Overmixing can lead to dense waffles.
4. Use Room Temperature Ingredients: Ingredients like eggs and milk blend better when they are at room temperature, leading to a smoother batter.
5. Add Cheese Last: Fold in the shredded cheese last to ensure it’s evenly distributed and doesn’t settle at the bottom.
6. Pre-fry the Sausage: Lightly fry the kielbasa sausage before adding it to the batter to enhance its flavor and texture.
7. Keep Warm in the Oven: If making multiple batches, keep the cooked waffles warm in a low-temperature oven (200°F) until ready to serve.
8. Try Different Cheeses: Experiment with different types of cheese such as gouda, feta, or pepper jack for varied flavors.
9. Serving Suggestions: Top with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, additional chopped scallions, or a drizzle of hot sauce for extra flavor.

Pre-frying sausage enhances the flavor of your savory waffles!

Gluten-Free Savory Waffles with Kielbasa

Transform your morning routine with these savory waffles that are as delicious as they are nutritious. Gluten-free and loaded with flavor, these waffles feature the savory goodness of kielbasa, the freshness of scallions, and the creamy richness of cottage cheese. Whether you're serving them for a special brunch or a comforting dinner, these waffles are sure to become a family favorite.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Course Breakfast, Main Course, Snack

Servings 4 waffles

Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

• Waffle iron
• large mixing bowl
• Medium mixing bowl
• whisk
• Measuring cups and spoons
• spatula
• Non-stick spray or melted butter (for greasing the waffle iron)

Ingredients

  

For the Waffles:

• 1 cup potato flour
• 1 cup cassava flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 large eggs
• 1 1/2 cups almond milk
• 1/2 cup cottage cheese
• 1/3 cup unsalted butter melted
• 1/2 cup finely chopped scallions green onions
• 1 cup diced kielbasa sausage
• 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar, mozzarella, or your preferred cheese

For Serving:

• Sour cream or Greek yogurt
• Additional chopped scallions
• Hot sauce optional

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Instructions

 

Prepare the Waffle Batter:

• In a large bowl, whisk together the potato flour, cassava flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
• In another bowl, beat the eggs and then mix in the almond milk, cottage cheese, and melted butter until well combined.
• Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.

Add the Mix-Ins:

• Gently fold in the chopped scallions, diced kielbasa, and shredded cheese into the batter until evenly distributed.

Cook the Waffles:

• Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Lightly grease the waffle iron with non-stick spray or a small amount of melted butter.
• Pour the batter into the preheated waffle iron, using about 1/2 to 3/4 cup of batter per waffle, depending on the size of your waffle iron.
• Cook until the waffles are golden brown and crisp, about 4-5 minutes, or until your waffle iron indicates they are ready.

Serve:

• Serve the waffles hot, topped with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, additional chopped scallions, and a drizzle of hot sauce if desired.

Notes

Servings for Mini Waffles:

8 mini waffles (serving size: 2 mini waffles)

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