Maple Bourbon Waffle Sandwich with Spiced Apple Compote

Indulge in the perfect American breakfast with this rich, buttery maple waffle, crispy bacon, melted cheddar, and a dollop of spiced apple compote, all held together by a velvety bourbon-infused maple syrup.

🛒 Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 eggs Large eggs
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons Pure maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon Bourbon whiskey
• 4 slices Smoked bacon
• 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 apples Granny Smith apples
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon Allspice

👨‍🍳 Instructions

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   Step 1: Preheat a waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.

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   Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

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   Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, melted butter, and pure maple syrup.

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   Step 4: Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

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   Step 5: Stir in bourbon whiskey.

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   Step 6: Cook waffles according to the manufacturer's instructions.

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   Step 7: Meanwhile, cook smoked bacon in a skillet until crispy.

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   Step 8: In a separate skillet, melt cheddar cheese over low heat until smooth and creamy.

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   Step 9: In a separate bowl, mix diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and allspice.

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    Step 10: Cook spiced apple compote in the skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through.

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    Step 11: To assemble the sandwich, place a cooked waffle on a flat surface, followed by a slice of bacon, a dollop of spiced apple compote, and a sprinkle of melted cheddar cheese.

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    Step 12: Drizzle with additional maple syrup as needed.

💡 Pro Tips

For the spiced apple compote, use a combination of sweet and tart apples for the best flavor. To prevent waffles from becoming too brown, cook them in a waffle iron with a non-stick coating. Store waffles in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

📊 Nutrition per Serving