Loaded Cheeseburger Waffle Fry Bake
Loaded Cheeseburger Waffle Fry Bake layers seasoned ground beef, smoky bacon, and a duo of melted Cheddar and mozzarella beneath a blanket of crispy waffle fries. Finished with classic burger toppings like pickles, tomatoes, ketchup, and mustard, it delivers salty, tangy, and savory bites in every forkful. Great for game day, potlucks, or a fun family dinner.
- Prep25 mins
- Cook55 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Loaded Cheeseburger Waffle Fry Bake, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 44 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 49 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Food
- 3 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 4
- Heart Health
- 45
- Metabolic
- 16
- Digestive
- 12
- Inflammatory
- 32
- Performance
- 28
- General Wellness
- 1
Place the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning now and then, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon on paper towels. When cool enough to handle, roughly chop.
- 2
Meanwhile, preheat an air fryer oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- 3
Air fry the waffle fries until golden and crispy, shaking halfway through, for 8 to 10 minutes, or bake as the package directs. Be sure to flip them halfway through baking.
- 4
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- 5
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the ground beef and season with salt and pepper. Cook and stir the ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, breaking up any clumps as it cooks, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard the grease. Stir in ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise to fully coat the beef mixture. Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes.
- 6
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees C (190 degrees C).
- 7
Spread the cooked beef mixture evenly in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese on top, then arrange the crispy waffle fries in an even layer over the cheese. Sprinkle mozzarella over the waffle fries, followed by the chopped bacon.
- 8
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven just until the cheese is melted and the casserole is heated through, about 5 minutes.
- 9
Top with chopped pickles and diced tomatoes, plus additional ketchup and mustard for extra cheeseburger flavor. Serve right away while the waffle fries are still crispy.
- Calories 374.81 kcal Moderate 19%
- Protein 15.7 g Good Source 31%
- Carbohydrate 16.05 g 6%
- Total Fat 27.76 g High 36%
- Saturated Fat 12.66 g High 63%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 62.95 mg High 21%
- Sodium 658.4 mg High 29%
- Dietary Fiber 1.15 g Low Source 4%
- Total Sugars 3.01 g --
- Added Sugars 1.69 g Low Source 3%
- Calcium 189.11 mg Moderate 15%
- Iron 1.14 mg Low Source 6%
- Potassium 109.98 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 13.9 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 0.86 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin D 0.15 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Mustard
- Corn 🌽
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Loaded Cheeseburger Waffle Fry Bake is made with 14 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 1 hr 20 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Diced Tomatoes, Dill Pickle Halves, Fully Cooked Bacon, and Ground Beef. Each serving provides about 374.81 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Loaded Cheeseburger Waffle Fry Bake made of?
- The main ingredients are Diced Tomatoes, Dill Pickle Halves, Fully Cooked Bacon, Ground Beef, Ketchup. The full list of 14 is above.
- How long does it take to make Loaded Cheeseburger Waffle Fry Bake?
- About 1 hr 20 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 55 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 374.81 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Loaded Cheeseburger Waffle Fry Bake easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 14 ingredients and 9 steps.
- Is Loaded Cheeseburger Waffle Fry Bake healthy?
- Loaded Cheeseburger Waffle Fry Bake has an easyChef Pro health score of 33/100. Per serving, it provides 374.81 calories and 15.7 g of protein, or 31% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 658.4 mg (29% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 12.66 g (63% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Mustard, Corn, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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