Celebrate National Waffle Day on August 24th with two of the greatest ingredient: BACON and CHEDDAR CHEESE! This recipe from FamilyFun Magazine offers the perfect combination of savory and sweet.

INGREDIENTS
2 cups flour
2 Tbsp sugar
1 Tbsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
1¾ cups milk
6 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 strips cooked bacon, crumbled

1. Heat oven to 200°F and preheat the waffle iron. In a medium bowl, help kids measure out and whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder and baking soda. In another bowl, whisk the milk, melted butter, and eggs until incorporated.

2. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until combined, then stir in the shredded cheese and crumbled bacon.

3. Pour about ½ cup batter onto the center of your waffle iron and cook until golden and fluffy. Transfer the waffle to a baking sheet and keep warm in the oven. Repeat with remaining batter. Serve with maple syrup.

Too busy to make these during the week?! Then grab a box of Van’s 8 Whole Grain Waffles and use good-for-the-body ingredients to create a happy face on top for your happy eaters. Kids can help with assembly—let them choose their toppings or match their waffle face to their mood. You can use blueberries for eyes and raspberries, cherries or a kiwi slice for a mouth. You’ll be smiling, too, as you watch how quickly they gobble it up! Good luck getting back to the routine of school and enjoy a delicious brunch on the weekend. 🙂