Loaded Waffled Potatoes

Name: Loaded Waffled Potatoes with Cheese and Bacon
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: cooking spray, as needed; 3 small potatoes, cooked; 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese; salt, to taste; 3 tbsp sour cream; 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, for topping; 2 tbsp bacon bits

Loaded Waffled Potatoes transform cooked potatoes into crispy, cheese-filled waffles topped with sour cream and bacon bits. They deliver the comfort of baked potatoes in a fun, waffle-iron-friendly format.

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Total

15 min

Servings

3

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$16–$26

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Ingredients

cooking spray, as needed
3 small potatoes, cooked
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
salt, to taste
3 tbsp sour creamoptional
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, for toppingoptional
2 tbsp bacon bitsoptional

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Instructions

1
Preheat a mini waffle maker and coat with cooking spray.
2
Place a cooked small potato in the center of the waffle maker.
3
Top the potato with a handful of shredded cheddar cheese.
4
Close the lid and cook until the potato is waffled and the cheese is golden and crispy.
5
Carefully remove the potato waffle and place on a plate. Repeat for the remaining potatoes.
6
Season the hot potato waffles with freshly ground salt.
7
Top each waffle with a dollop of sour cream.
8
Sprinkle with more shredded cheddar cheese.
9
Garnish with bacon bits and serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Shred or mash cooked potatoes finely before mixing with cheese to ensure even texture and consistent cooking in the waffle iron.
Preheat and fully heat your waffle iron, then use generous cooking spray on both plates—this creates the crispiest exterior.
Close the waffle iron gently and cook until golden and crispy (usually 3–5 minutes), resisting the urge to open it early.
Top immediately while hot so sour cream softens slightly and all toppings stick; don't let waffles cool before serving.

Substitutions

Shredded cheddar → mozzarella or pepper jack (for different flavor profiles)
Bacon bits → diced ham, crumbled sausage, or omit entirely (vegetarian option)
Sour cream → Greek yogurt or ranch dip (tangier or creamier alternative)

Storage & make-ahead

Store cooled waffles in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat in a toaster oven at 350°F for 5–7 minutes until crispy.

Equipment

waffle iron

Common Questions

Can I use leftover potatoes for this recipe?

Yes—in fact, fully cooked potatoes are required. Leftover baked or boiled potatoes work perfectly and make prep faster.

How do I prevent the potatoes from sticking to the waffle iron?

Coat the waffle iron generously with cooking spray before each waffle. The cheese helps create a crispy exterior that releases cleanly.

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes. Cook the waffles, cool completely, then store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in a toaster oven at 350°F for 5–7 minutes until crispy.