Savory Belgian Waffle with Gruyère and Ham

By AislePrompt Editorial · ·

How this recipe was made — this recipe was drafted by AislePrompt's AI-assisted pipeline from technique templates and USDA-sourced nutrition data, and published by AislePrompt Editorial — see how AislePrompt recipes are drafted and published.

A fluffy Brussels-style waffle topped with melted Gruyère, crispy ham, and a drizzle of honey for a sweet-savory contrast. This Belgian-inspired recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, combines all-purpose flour, eggs, milk into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Belgian cuisine 420 cal/serving
Build a week of meals around this recipe → Shop this recipe on Instacart → Shop equipment ↓

Ingredients

The waffle maker we’d use for this → Best Waffle Makers for 2026: Belgian, Classic and Mini Picks + Buying Guide

Affiliate disclosure: AislePrompt may earn a commission on qualifying purchases made through Amazon links, at no additional cost to you. See our policy →

Equipment for this recipe

Tools this recipe's steps call for, with a link to each on Amazon.

More Cookware & pots → Shop all kitchen tools →

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat a Belgian waffle maker according to the manufacturer's instructions. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups flour, 2 tbsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp salt.
  2. Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk 2 eggs, 1 cup milk, 1/2 cup buttermilk, and 4 tbsp melted butter until combined. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry, stirring until just combined (batter should be lumpy).
  3. Step 3: Pour 1/2 cup batter into the waffle maker and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden and crisp. Repeat with remaining batter to make 4 waffles.
  4. Step 4: While the waffles cook, preheat a skillet over medium heat. Add 6 oz sliced ham and cook for 3-4 minutes until crispy. Remove and set aside.
  5. Step 5: Place 2 oz grated Gruyère on each waffle, top with ham, and drizzle with 1 tbsp honey. Sprinkle with 1/4 tsp cinnamon. Serve immediately.

Related recipes