Introduction

These Turkey, Avocado, Cranberry, and Brie Waffle Melts bring together savory and sweet flavors in a delightful sandwich. Crispy waffles serve as the perfect base for creamy avocado, melted brie, and turkey with a hint of sage. A quick oven finish melts the cheese and warms the ingredients for a delicious, hearty meal.

The image shows a sandwich made with two golden brown square waffles as the top and bottom layers. Between the waffles, there is a thick layer of melted white cheese, some shredded light-colored meat, a layer of dark red jam or sauce, a fried egg with a white edge, and bright yellow runny yolk dripping down the side. The sandwich is placed on a dark wooden surface with two more similar waffle sandwiches slightly blurred in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups Mashed Potatoes

1 cup Buttermilk

2 Eggs (for waffle batter)

1/4 cup Butter (for batter)

5 Sage Leaves

1 cup All-Purpose Flour

1 teaspoon Baking Soda

1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder

1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese

Turkey, to taste

1 tablespoon Butter (for cooking turkey)

1 Avocado

Salt, to taste

Ground Black Pepper, to taste

4 ounces Brie Cheese

Cranberry Sauce, to taste

8 slices Cooked Thick-Cut Bacon

4 Eggs (for topping)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the mashed potatoes, buttermilk, 2 eggs, and 1/4 cup butter until smooth. Stir in the sage leaves.

Step 3: Add the flour, baking soda, and baking powder to the mixture and stir until just combined. Fold in the Parmesan cheese.

Step 4: Preheat and grease your waffle iron. Scoop the batter into the waffle maker and spread it out evenly. Cook the waffles to your preferred level of crispness.

Step 5: Repeat with remaining batter to make about 4-5 waffles. Tear 2 waffles into quarters (leave whole if waffles are square).

Step 6: Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon butter. Add turkey and cook until crispy and heated through, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 7: In a bowl, lightly mash the avocado with a pinch of salt and black pepper.

Step 8: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the waffles on it.

Step 9: Spread mashed avocado on four waffle quarters or squares. Layer with brie cheese, turkey, a dollop of cranberry sauce, and two slices of bacon per waffle.

Step 10: Add a slice or two of brie to the remaining waffles to serve as tops. Place the sandwiches in the oven for 5 minutes, watching closely to avoid over-melting the brie.

Step 11: Remove from oven, top each bottom waffle with a cooked egg, then place the top waffle over it. Press down gently and serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

Use leftover turkey or chicken to speed up prep time and reduce waste.

For a vegetarian option, substitute turkey with sautéed mushrooms or roasted vegetables.

Try spicing up the mashed avocado with a squeeze of lime or some chopped cilantro for extra freshness.

If you don’t have a waffle iron, lightly toasted thick bread slices can be used as a substitute.

FAQs

Can I prepare the waffles ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the waffles a day ahead and store them in an airtight container. Reheat in a toaster or oven before assembling the sandwiches for best texture.

What type of cranberry sauce works best?

Both homemade and store-bought cranberry sauce work well. Choose a sauce with a balance of sweetness and tartness to complement the savory ingredients.