Irresistible Pizza Jaffle Recipe, A Twist On Pizza Pockets

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Dive into the world of jaffles with this irresistible Pizza Jaffle recipe! Experience the familiar comfort of pizza pockets with a delightful twist as we meld classic pizza flavours in a toasted treat. Perfect for quick lunches or snack-time indulgence.

Jaffles are a classic Australian lunch option. I grew up on these as a kid, usually filled with spaghetti, baked beans or ham and cheese.

Oh, and I can’t forget how much our kids love eating them.

But I wanted to try something different, even though the classics are great. I wanted to create a budget-friendly, fuss-free pizza pocket-style jaffle.

And this has been a hit with the family; the kids have asked this to be a regular.

This recipe doesn’t just have to be for lunch; it can also make for a quick and straightforward dinner recipe.

And if you love camping, this recipe is an excellent option for campfire cooking.

How to make our Pizza Jaffle Recipe.

For this, you need a sandwich maker or a jaffle iron if you want to make it while camping.

Ingredients:

Instructions:

Prepare the Bread:

Butter one side of each slice of bread with butter or margarine.

Place one slice of bread in the sandwich maker, butter side down.

Spread about 1 and 1/2 tsp of pizza tomato paste onto the bread.

Add the ham pieces over the top and then sprinkle 1/4 cup or a handful of pizza cheese over the ham.

If you want to add pineapple, use less ham.

Pro Tip: make sure not to overfill and that there is a good gap around the edges of the bread to ensure a seal is created and nothing oozes out.

Optionally, you can add extra pizza tomato paste over the top by either squeezing a small amount over the ingredients or spreading another 1 and 1/2 teaspoons on the slices of bread going on top.

Place the other slices of bread on top, butter side up.

Close the sandwich maker and cook for 4 to 5 minutes or until the bread is golden brown, depending on your sandwich maker/jaffle iron model.

What other ingredients can be added?

Much like pizza, these jaffles are incredibly versatile, and you can use a wide range of ingredients to match various flavour profiles. Here’s a list of popular pizza toppings:

Meats: Pepperoni, sausage, bacon, ground beef, salami, chicken, ham, anchovies.

Vegetables: Bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, mushrooms, black olives, green olives, jalapeños, artichoke hearts, spinach, arugula, garlic, broccoli, and red onion.

Cheeses: Mozzarella, cheddar, feta, gouda, provolone, ricotta, goat cheese, and parmesan.

Others: Capers.

Sauces: Besides traditional tomato-based pizza sauce, you can use alfredo sauce, pesto, olive oil & garlic, barbecue sauce, and even buffalo sauce.

Herbs and Seasonings: Basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, freshly cracked black pepper, thyme, and rosemary.

However, unlike traditional pizza, some ingredients do need to be pre-cooked before adding.

Meats:

• Sausage: Most sausages release a lot of fat and require a longer cooking time to be safely consumed.
• Bacon: While it might cook a bit inside the jaffle, pre-cooking ensures it’s crispy and fully cooked.
• Ground Beef: Needs to be fully cooked for safety.
• Chicken: Raw chicken takes a while to cook thoroughly, so it’s crucial to pre-cook it.

Vegetables:

• Bell Peppers and Onions: While they can be added raw for crunch, sautéing them beforehand can enhance their flavour and ensure they are soft.
• Mushrooms: They release a lot of moisture when cooked. Sautéing them first can prevent the jaffle from getting too soggy.
• Spinach: Fresh spinach can release a lot of water. If you want to use it, consider sautéing it first to remove excess moisture.
• Garlic: Raw garlic can be potent. If you prefer a milder, sweeter garlic flavour, consider using roasted or sautéed garlic.
• Broccoli: It’s best to use pre-cooked or at least parboiled broccoli to ensure it’s tender.

Others:

• Pineapple: If you’re using fresh pineapple, consider giving it a quick sauté to remove some moisture and enhance sweetness. Canned pineapple tidbits, if drained well, can be used as is.

There are also quite a few people, and my husband is one of them, that love egg on pizza, and yes, an egg can be added to your pizza jaffle.

I have included a few ways that you can do this, depending on the result you wish to achieve:

1. Scrambled: You can whisk the egg with a little milk, salt, and pepper, then pre-cook it as scrambled eggs. This ensures the egg is fully cooked, and you have a predictable texture inside your jaffle.
2. Hard or Soft Boiled: You can pre-cook the egg to a hard or soft boil, then slice or chop it and add it to the jaffle.
3. Poached: A pre-poached egg can also be added, though it might be a bit more delicate to handle than a boiled egg.

Pro Tip: when adding ingredients, ensure you don’t overfill the jaffle to prevent spillage or bursting at the seams. And to be an even cook of the ingredients inside.

What to serve with Pizza Jaffles

Just like pizza, there are some excellent options that you can serve alongside:

Salads:

• Garden Salad
• Caesar Salad – if you use our recipe, leave the chicken out.
• Greek Salad
• Arugula Salad
• Potato Salad

Snacks & Sides:

• Potato Wedges or Fries
• Mozzarella Sticks
• Garlic Bread or Garlic Knots
• Olives or Pickles

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