For the maple butter, combine the butter and maple syrup in a medium mixing bowl and beat with an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy. If not using immediately, cover and chill until ready to use.
Any leftover butter can be stored, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks; allow to come to room temperature before using.
Spread one side of each waffle with some of the maple butter.
Top the buttered side of two of the waffles with one slice of cheese each.
If desired, peel the apple or pear. Slice the apple or pear into thin slices.
Divide the fruit slices between the two waffles on top of the cheese.
Top each with two slices of cooked bacon. Top with another slice of cheese.
Place a second waffle, buttered side down, on each stacked waffle.
Melt about 1 tablespoon of the maple butter in a skillet over medium heat.
Place the panini in the pan. Weight with a heavy skillet.
Cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until the waffles are toasted.
Turn panini over, weight, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes more until the waffles are toasted and the cheese is melted. Serve immediately.
Ingredients
Directions
For the maple butter, combine the butter and maple syrup in a medium mixing bowl and beat with an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy. If not using immediately, cover and chill until ready to use.
Any leftover butter can be stored, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks; allow to come to room temperature before using.
Spread one side of each waffle with some of the maple butter.
Top the buttered side of two of the waffles with one slice of cheese each.
If desired, peel the apple or pear. Slice the apple or pear into thin slices.
Divide the fruit slices between the two waffles on top of the cheese.
Top each with two slices of cooked bacon. Top with another slice of cheese.
Place a second waffle, buttered side down, on each stacked waffle.
Melt about 1 tablespoon of the maple butter in a skillet over medium heat.
Place the panini in the pan. Weight with a heavy skillet.
Cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until the waffles are toasted.
Turn panini over, weight, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes more until the waffles are toasted and the cheese is melted. Serve immediately.
