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    Perfect Copycat Waffle House Cheese Eggs Recipe

    Published: Apr 30, 2023 · Updated: Apr 30, 2023 by Mindy Boyd

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    Perfect Copycat Waffle House Cheese Eggs Recipe - just 5 ingredients are all you need to make this cheesy restaurant favorite at home. via @mindyscookingobsession
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    Perfect Copycat Waffle House Cheese Eggs Recipe – cheese and eggs are cooked in melted butter and the end results is cheesy eggs that are so delicious! 

    A plate of cheese eggs sitting on a pastel floral napkin with the recipe title in text so the image can be pinned.

    Sadly, we don’t have Waffle House restaurants in our area. They seem to be mostly in the south central to southeastern United States but they are literally all around me. I just don’t get it because there is one about 130 miles to the south of us and there is one about 180 miles northeast of us, plus some east and west of us. It looks like they forgot us and I am wondering just who I need to talk to about this! I mean, they are to the north, south, east and west of us but somehow they forgot to put at least one here in Wichita. Baffling!

    A map showing all of the Waffle House locations in the United States.
    Waffle House Locations in the United States

    This is One of Those Viral TikTok Recipes

    Have you seen the TikTok of the Waffle House worker showing everyone exactly how to make authentic Waffle House cheese eggs? You can check it out over at Delishably. The waffle house grill operator cooks 2 eggs in what looks to be a stainless steel pan and then lets 2 slices of real American cheese melt in a small cast iron skillet. Then they add the cooked scrambled eggs onto the melty cheese. Yummy! 

    One serving of cheesy eggs on a white plate that is sitting on a floral napkin.

    When I decided to make these eggs at home I wanted to make an easier version than the original recipe. You see, I only want to dirty one pan and I want it to be the same whether I am making eggs for one or many. So I have come up with my own method to make Waffle House eggs. There really isn’t a right way to cook something. As long as you are happy with the end result then that is what matters. 

    A close up shot of half of the white oblong plate of cheese eggs.

    Ingredients

    See recipe card for exact amounts.

    Two slices of cheese, two eggs, a tablespoon of butter, salt and pepper shakers and part of the small skillet used to cook the cheese eggs.

    Ingredient Notes

    All you need are 3 ingredients plus salt and pepper, that’s it!

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    Eggs – we use large eggs for this.

    ​Cheese – two slices of American cheese is what you need. This is important because American cheese gets all melty. 

    Butter – we like unsalted butter for this. 

    Salt & Pepper – use as much or as little as you like. 

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    How to Make Our Copycat Version of Delicious Cheese Eggs

    1. Add butter to a small nonstick skillet over medium heat, when the butter melts place cheese slices into the hot pan and let melt slightly.
    2. Beat eggs in a small bowl and add to the pan on top of the melted cheese, continue cooking stirring constantly to keep the texture of the eggs smooth and creamy and to prevent overcooking.

    We like our eggs to be soft scrambled, you can cook the eggs to the doneness you like. Also keep in mind that there is yummy melted cheese in there so they will be sort of wet looking. 

    Two beaten eggs in a white bowl with the fork that was used to beat them in the bowl also.

    What kind of cheese does Waffle House use in their eggs?

    It is important to use a good sliced cheese that will melt properly. Sliced American cheese is the best option.

    Close up of one serving of Waffle House Cheese Eggs.

    Make Perfect Copycat Waffle House Cheese Eggs Recipe For One or Many

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    I make this dish for one person by using 1 tbsp butter, 2 slices of cheese and 2 eggs in a small skillet. We also make this for 2 – 6 people by increasing the amount of everything we use. Just remember that for every egg you need 1 slice of cheese and 1/2 tablespoon of butter and this can be made in any size frying pan. 

    A serving of eggs in the foreground and a bowl of eggs and salt and pepper shakers in the background.

    Side Dishes That Go Perfectly With These Cheesy Eggs

    Maple Syrup Coffee

    Fruit Salad

    Hash Brown Casserole

    Cinnamon Roll Casserole

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    Close up shot of one serving of cheese eggs on a white plate.

    Perfect Copycat Waffle House Cheese Eggs

    Mindy Boyd
    Perfect Copycat Waffle House Cheese Eggs are so easy and delicious and only take about 5 minutes to make.
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    Prep Time 0 minutes mins
    Cook Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Breakfast, Brunch
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1 serving

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 tablespoon butter
    • 2 slices American cheese
    • 2 eggs
    • salt to taste
    • pepper to taste
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    Instructions
     

    • Add butter to a small nonstick skillet over medium heat, when the butter melts place cheese slices into the hot pan and let melt slightly.
    • Beat eggs in a small bowl. 
    • Add eggs to the pan on top of the melted cheese, continue cooking stirring constantly to keep the texture of the eggs smooth and creamy and to prevent overcooking, about 3-5 minutes.

    Notes

    Nutritional information is approximate. 

    Bookmark this page to find it quickly when you are ready to make this recipe!

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories: 382kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 399mg | Sodium: 917mg | Potassium: 180mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1222IU | Calcium: 492mg | Iron: 2mg
    Keyword cheesy eggs, waffle house cheese eggs
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