Cheesy Waffle Iron Smashed Potatoes
Whether you have some leftover potatoes from dinner last night or you boil some potatoes specifically for this recipe, you’re in for some delicious comfort food with these cheesy waffle iron smashed potatoes.These savory, comforting “waffles” can be topped with anything you like, and you can use as little or as much cheese as you want.
Servings: 2
Equipment
- Waffle maker
Ingredients
- ½ lb. tiny potatoes (such as fingerlings or baby Yukon Gold potatoes)
- ½ cup shredded cheese (You can use any cheese or mix of cheese. I used a blend, but just cheddar would be good too.)
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- ½ tsp. onion powder
- ¼ tsp. smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp. dried thyme
- salt and pepper to taste
- oil (for the waffle iron)
Instructions
- Place the potatoes in a pot, cover with water, and add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender. (About 10-15 minutes.) Drain and let cool for a few minutes.
- Preheat your waffle maker and oil it (important, to prevent sticking).
- Place a potato on your waffle maker and smash it.
- Then raise the lid and sprinkle on the cheese and spices.
- Close the waffle iron and cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the potatoes are crispy and golden brown, and the cheese is melted. Cooking times may vary, depending on your waffle iron.
- Carefully remove the cheesy waffle iron potatoes and let them cool for a minute. Serve with your favorite baked potato toppings.
Notes
What Toppings Can I Use?
The toppings for these are pretty endless. Basically, if it tastes good with a potato, you can serve it on these delicious waffles.- Sour cream
- Chives
- Bacon bits
- ...