Description
The Bourbon-Maple Brisket Grilled Cheese Wafflewich is a bold twist on a classic sandwich, combining tender brisket, melted cheese, crispy waffles, and a rich bourbon-maple glaze for a savory-sweet indulgence that’s comfort food with flair.
Ingredients
- 1–1.5 cups cooked brisket, sliced or shredded
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (or preferred cheese), sliced or shredded
- 4 waffles (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 tbsp butter, for grilling
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp bourbon
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine maple syrup, bourbon, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Simmer over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened. Let cool.
- Warm the brisket gently in a pan or microwave.
- Toast or warm the waffles if not already crisp.
- Place one waffle on a surface and layer with cheese, brisket, and a drizzle of bourbon-maple glaze. Add another layer of cheese and top with a second waffle.
- Butter the outsides of the sandwich.
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and grill the wafflewich for 2–3 minutes per side, pressing gently until the cheese is melted and waffles are golden.
- Let rest for 1 minute, then slice and serve hot.
Notes
- Try different cheeses like smoked gouda, pepper jack, or mozzarella.
- Add pickled onions or jalapeños for extra kick.
- A fried egg turns it into a breakfast-style sandwich.
- Pulled pork or rotisserie chicken are great brisket substitutes.
- Best reheated in a skillet or air fryer to maintain crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
