Bacon-Waffle Bake
TOTAL TIME1 hr 30 mins
SKILL LEVELAdvanced
SERVINGS8
About this RecipeThis Bacon-Waffle Bake is a rich, savory-sweet casserole perfect for brunch or special mornings. Made with crispy toasted waffles, smoky Smithfield bacon, and a creamy buttermilk custard, it bakes to golden perfection and is finished with fresh berries and warm maple syrup. Ideal for holidays, weekend gatherings, or breakfast-for-dinner
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Ingredients
Gather Ingredients from the list below 8 Fresh or frozen waffles, quartered 2 tbsps. Butter 6 Egg yolks 1 1/2 cups Buttermilk 1 cup Whipping cream 2/3 cup Maple Syrup, divided 1 tsp. Vanilla extract 1/4 tsp. Salt 1 1/2 cups Fresh mixed berries (blueberries, strawberries, etc.) optional Powdered sugar
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12 oz. Hometown Original Bacon
Directions
1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 3-quart oven-safe casserole dish (about 8 x 10 inches) with 1/2 tablespoon of butter.
2.
In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, buttermilk, cream, ⅓ cup of maple syrup, vanilla, and salt. Set aside.
3.
Spread the waffle pieces in an even layer on an ungreased rimmed baking pan and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until crisp and lightly toasted. Then increase the oven temperature to 375°F.
4.
Add the toasted waffle pieces and cooked bacon to the buttermilk mixture and toss to coat evenly. Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and cover tightly with foil.
5.
Bake for 45–50 minutes, then remove the foil. Melt the remaining butter, brush it over the top, and bake uncovered for another 10–15 minutes, or until the top is crisp and golden.
6.
Top with fresh berries and the remaining maple syrup. Dust with powdered sugar if desired, and serve warm.
