Description
Delight in these Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Waffles, combining creamy cheesecake filling with sweet strawberries encased in golden, crispy waffles. Perfect for an indulgent breakfast or brunch treat that brings together the rich flavors of cheesecake and the light texture of waffles in every bite.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Filling
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped or mashed strawberries (fresh or preserves)
Waffle Batter
- Waffle mix (quantity as per package instructions)
- Ingredients required for waffle mix (e.g., eggs, milk, oil) as per package instructions
Instructions
- Preheat Waffle Iron: Plug in your waffle iron and allow it to heat up fully before use, ensuring even cooking and crisp waffles.
- Prepare Cheesecake Mixture: In a medium bowl, use a hand mixer or whisk to blend softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract thoroughly until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the chopped or mashed strawberries to incorporate them evenly into the filling.
- Prepare Waffle Batter: In a separate bowl, mix the waffle batter according to the package instructions, including all required ingredients such as eggs, milk, or oil, ensuring a smooth consistency.
- Start Waffle Base: Pour approximately 1/3 cup of waffle batter into the bottom plate of the hot waffle iron, spreading it gently to cover the waffle slots evenly without spilling over.
- Add Cheesecake Filling: Spoon a generous layer of the strawberry cheesecake mixture onto the batter in the waffle iron, spreading carefully to avoid spilling over the edges.
- Add Top Batter Layer: Cover the cheesecake filling with another 1/3 cup of waffle batter, ensuring it fully encloses the filling layer.
- Close and Flip Waffle Iron: Close the waffle iron lid securely, clasp the handles, and flip the entire iron over to cook evenly on both sides.
- Cook Waffles: Let the stuffed waffle cook for 10 to 12 minutes until the exterior is golden brown and crisp, and the filling is heated through.
- Serve: Carefully remove the waffle using a non-metal utensil to avoid scratching the iron, and serve warm for the best taste experience.
Notes
- Use fresh or preserved strawberries in the cheesecake filling for varied sweetness and texture.
- Adjust cooking time depending on your waffle iron model for optimal crispness.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of cinnamon or lemon zest to the cheesecake filling.
- This recipe works well with store-bought or homemade waffle batter.
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: strawberry cheesecake waffles, stuffed waffles, breakfast waffles, sweet waffles, creamy filling waffles
