Forget Scrambled Eggs — Crack One Into A Mini Waffle Maker And Behold The Magic

In my humble opinion, the absolute best part of an omelet is the bite on the very edge, right where the egg becomes nicely crispy. I was pleasantly surprised when I found that I could create an entire breakfast of these perfect bites — all in about the time it takes to whip up some scrambled eggs. Making crispy eggs is just one thing on a laundry list of tasks you didn't know your waffle maker could do. It's also a super-fast way to enjoy a delicious breakfast, with plenty of savory browned bites that work well on their own or as part of a breakfast sandwich. 

To make this magic work in your kitchen, you'll want to hit your waffle maker with a bit of cooking spray. I myself use a mini waffle maker (it's one of the adorable miniature kitchen tools that you actually need). Crack your egg into your preheated waffle maker and add some salt and pepper (and other add-ins, if you like — more on that in just a moment). Close the lid and cook until the egg is fully set and the edges are slightly browned — when you open it back up, you'll have a perfectly crispy, waffle-shaped egg patty. Let's take a look at some ingredients you can add to your eggs to further elevate your breakfast.

As we said, these eggs are the perfect filling for a breakfast sandwich. Grab a bagel or English muffin, add your waffle-shaped egg, top it off with some cheese, and you're good to go. These eggs are also a great fit for streamlining your process if you're meal-prepping breakfast sandwiches so you have a grab-and-go option in the freezer for busy mornings.

Whether you're enjoying your waffle-shaped eggs on their own or as part of a breakfast sandwich, you can add a ton of different add-ins to customize their flavor. Chopped, cooked ham, bacon, or sausage can give your eggs a delicious savory flavor. You can also whisk your egg in a bowl and add a bit of small-curd, low-fat cottage cheese to bring even more protein to the mix. If you're in the mood for a quiche-like flavor, try adding a bit of cream to your eggs before they hit the waffle maker. Cheese can also work well to add some richness — try a super-sharp cheddar if you'd like a bit of a bite, or go with pepper jack if you're in the mood for some spice. No matter what you add to your eggs — or if you add nothing at all — cooking them in your waffle maker offers (in my opinion) better taste, texture, and versatility than what you'd get from a stovetop scramble.