Bourbon-Maple Brisket Grilled Cheese Wafflewich
This over-the-top sandwich features juicy brisket, sharp cheddar, crispy waffles, and a smoky bourbon-maple glaze. The ultimate comfort mash-up!
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 8 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine American, Southern Fusion
Servings 2 servings
Calories 650 kcal
- 2 Belgian-style waffles
- 1½ cups cooked beef brisket shredded
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
For the Bourbon-Maple Glaze:
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp bourbon
- ½ tsp Dijon mustard
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- Pinch of salt
In a small saucepan, simmer maple syrup, bourbon, mustard, garlic powder, and salt over low heat for 3–4 minutes. Set aside.
Heat the shredded brisket until warmed through.
Toast waffles until golden and crispy.
Place one waffle on a surface. Layer with 2 slices of cheese, brisket, a drizzle of glaze, 2 more slices of cheese, then the second waffle.
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sandwich and press gently. Grill for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and melty.
Slice and serve hot, with extra glaze if desired.
Use leftover brisket for faster prep.
Swap cheddar with gouda or pepper jack for variety.
For alcohol-free glaze, omit bourbon or replace with apple cider.
Keyword bourbon maple glaze, brisket waffle sandwich, cheesy brisket sandwich, grilled cheese wafflewich, waffle grilled cheese