_Sips coffee and gets cozy in my favorite writing spot_
Oh. My. Goodness. Y’all, I couldn’t keep this recipe to myself any longer! As someone who’s notorious for late-night cravings (don’t judge!), I’ve perfected what I call my “Midnight Maple Bacon Waffle Sliders” – and trust me, they’re worth staying up for!
Listen up, because this isn’t your regular boring midnight snack. This is the kind of treat that’ll have you doing a happy dance in your kitchen at 2 AM (been there, done that! 😉).
Here’s what you’ll need:
– Mini waffles (frozen ones work perfectly, we’re not trying to be heroes here)
– Crispy bacon strips
– Maple syrup
– Cream cheese
– A sprinkle of cinnamon
– Butter
– Optional: chopped pecans (if you’re feeling fancy)
Now, let me walk you through this heavenly creation:
1. Toast those mini waffles until they’re golden brown. You want them crispy on the outside but still fluffy inside – yes, just like that perfect Instagram shot!
1. While they’re toasting, cook up your bacon until it’s nice and crispy. Pro tip: if your family hears you cooking bacon at midnight, just pretend you’re sleepwalking. Works every time!
1. Here’s where the magic happens: Mix some softened cream cheese with a tiny bit of maple syrup and a dash of cinnamon. This right here? Game-changer, honey!
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1. Spread your maple cream cheese mixture on one side of each waffle.
1. Break those bacon strips to fit your mini waffles (and sneak a piece while you’re at it – I won’t tell!)
1. Assemble your sliders: waffle, maple cream cheese, bacon, drizzle of maple syrup, top waffle. If you’re using pecans, sprinkle them in there too!
Y’all, these sliders are so good, they should be illegal! They’re sweet, savory, and perfectly portioned (though between us, I’ve definitely eaten more than one serving 🤫).
The best part? While your regular midnight snack leaves you feeling guilty, these little gems will have you feeling like a culinary genius. And when your roommate or spouse catches you making these at midnight, they’ll forget about being mad when you share!
I’d love to hear how these turned out for you! Drop a comment below and tell me if you added your own twist to the recipe. And don’t forget to follow me on Newsbreak for more drool-worthy recipes like this one – trust me, my kitchen adventures get pretty creative!
P.S. If anyone asks where you got this recipe, just say your cool friend with amazing taste shared it. Because that’s what we are now, right? 😘
Now excuse me while I go make another batch… for research purposes, of course! 💁♀️
