Savor a hearty melt featuring tender brisket slow-cooked with bourbon and maple syrup, layered with creamy cheddar cheese. After grilling to golden perfection, these sandwiches are tucked inside crisp waffles for a playful twist on comfort food. Delight in a balanced blend of smoky, sweet, and savory notes, all wrapped up in a hearty, handheld delight perfect for lunch or dinner inspiration.

Prep Time 25 Minutes
Cook Time 480 Minutes
Total Time 505 Minutes

Ingredients

450 g beef brisket
240 ml bourbon
120 ml pure maple syrup
8 slices country bread
225 g shredded cheddar cheese
Butter, for spreading
4 Belgian-style waffles

Instructions

Place beef brisket in a slow cooker. Pour bourbon and maple syrup over the brisket. Cook on low for 8 hours, or until the meat becomes tender and shreds easily.
Remove brisket from the slow cooker and shred with two forks. Reserve cooking juices if desired.
Butter one side of each bread slice. Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
Place one slice of bread, buttered side down, onto the skillet. Layer with shredded cheddar cheese, then a generous portion of shredded brisket. Top with a second slice of bread, buttered side facing up.
Cook the sandwich for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the cheese is fully melted. Flip carefully to ensure even browning.
Continue assembling and grilling sandwiches until all bread, cheese, and brisket are used, yielding four sandwiches.
Warm waffles as per package instructions or until hot and slightly crisp.
Sandwich each grilled cheese between two waffles to form a substantial wafflewich.
Serve immediately while hot, ensuring an optimal balance of textures and flavors.

Notes
For the most tender meat, allow brisket to rest 10 minutes before shredding. Use thick-cut bread and well-toasted waffles for best structural integrity.

Tools You’ll Need
Slow cooker
Large skillet
Tongs or spatula

Allergy Information
Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
Contains dairy (cheese, butter) and gluten (bread, waffles).

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
Calories: 892
Total Fat: 37 g
Total Carbohydrate: 71 g
Protein: 45 g