A yellow plate with a cheddar scallion waffle topped with melty cheddar cheese, tuna salad, and sliced green onions on a dark, black wooden texture surface.
Brunch and Light Meals

Cheesy Tuna Melt Waffles for Brunch Lovers

July 20, 2024 /

Do you remember those classic tuna sandwiches from your school days? Well, we’re here to take that nostalgia trip and add a little twist with these Cheesy Tuna Melt Waffles. Imagine the satisfying crunch of a savory cheddar and scallion waffle topped with creamy tuna salad and melty cheese. It’s like a comforting food hug on a plate!

Who knew that a childhood lunch favorite could grow up to become the star of your brunch menu? The combination of fluffy waffles with the savory tuna melt is pure magic. Think of it as an elevated, sophisticated version of those days when you secretly loved your smelly tuna sandwich, despite the occasional teasing. Now, it’s time to proudly embrace that love with a gourmet flair.

If you’re anything like me, you love the idea of diner-style comfort food with a touch of elegance. These waffles bring all the retro diner vibes with none of the cafeteria flashbacks. So, let’s whip up some Cheesy Tuna Melt Waffles and turn your brunch into a feast of flavors and fun!

Ingredients:

Waffles:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
Ingredients for cheddar scallion waffle and tuna melt laid out on a red plate, including all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, freshly ground pepper, shredded cheddar, sliced green onions, buttermilk, melted butter, egg, and tuna salad on a dark, black wooden texture surface.

Tuna Melt:

  • 1 savory scallion and cheddar waffle
  • 1-2 tablespoons tuna salad
  • Shredded cheddar
  • Sliced green onions
Close-up view of adding tuna salad and shredded cheddar on top of a cooked cheddar scallion waffle, ready to be baked, on a dark, black wooden texture surface.

How to Make It:

  1. Preheat your waffle iron.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the dry ingredients and the shredded cheddar.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, milk, and egg. Add the wet ingredients to the dry, stirring until just combined. Stir in the green onions.
  4. Grease your waffle iron if needed and cook waffles according to waffle iron instructions or until the waffles are golden brown and crispy. Enjoy as is, or use in the tuna melt waffle recipe.
  5. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Top waffles with a bit of tuna salad and a generous amount of shredded cheddar. Bake in the oven until the cheese is bubbly and melted. Top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired and enjoy hot.

Helpful Hints:

  • Use freshly shredded cheddar for the best melting quality.
  • Pre-cook the tuna salad for extra flavor.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture.

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