From classic to creative: 35 wonderful waffle recipes
Dust off your waffle maker and get ready to savor your way through these delectable waffle recipes that will make every morning feel like a scrumptious celebration.
Brunch has a special place in my heart. It is the favorite meal of my day.
While my go-tos are usually eggs benedict or a big breakfast (vege or meat depending on the mood), my husband and best friend and lover for life will 99 times out of 100 go for the sweet option.
Depending on our dining establishment, this sweet option is usually pancakes or waffles.
(You might like these flippin’ fantastic pancake recipes too).
At our last brunch (literally a week ago), he had buttermilk chicken and bacon on waffles with a bourbon infused maple syrup.
I looked at my beetroot slaw that was part of said vegetarian big breakfast and felt a pang of food envy.
This led me to purchase a waffle maker on my return home from brunch which was quickly followed by amassing the collection of waffle recipes below.
Both Ben and I love creating rituals and traditions so I figure testing out one of these waffle recipes every couple of weeks would be a grand addition to our Sundays at home.
When I shared this intention and this collection, his eyes glazed over and a request was hastily made to start with the churro waffles before moving on to the Nutella variety.
If you can relate, I’m here for you.
Whether it’s a lazy Sunday brunch, a special occasion, or just a delightful start to an ordinary day, these waffle recipes are here to elevate your breakfast game to a whole new level.
With a variety of flavors, textures, and toppings to explore, there’s a waffle recipe for everyone to enjoy.
Waffle recipes
Swedish waffles are slightly thinner than the American version so you can enjoy even more of this delicious breakfast treat.
This banana waffle recipe makes tender waffles that taste like banana bread.
These banana nut waffles are every bit as decadent as warm banana bread. Use pecans, walnuts, or any other nuts.
These authentic homemade Belgian Liège waffles feature a rich brioche dough accented with pearl sugar. They are delightfully crispy and caramelized on the outside, while the inside remains perfectly soft and chewy.
If you love butter tarts and are looking for unique waffle recipes or waffle topping ideas, you're going to love these Belgian butter tart waffles! Light, buttery and fluffy raisin waffles are smothered in a rich and delicious butter tart sauce, making them the ultimate Canadian holiday breakfast or brunch.
Bursting with fresh blueberries, these buttery buttermilk blueberry waffles are the best waffles ever. No beating egg whites or fancy ingredients required.
Buttermilk fried chicken and waffles is the ultimate in Southern comfort food! Lightly breaded, crispy, and crunchy buttermilk fried chicken is the perfect topper for delectable crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside buttermilk waffles.
It’s hard to imagine anything better than fluffy Belgian-style waffles, but picture them filled with a sweet caramel apple filling, served warm with a thick caramel drizzle, and a dollop of freshly whipped cream.
Start your day with guilt-free pleasure by savoring these chocolate black bean waffles. These delectable breakfast treats are a perfect choice for you and your kids or husband, who won't even suspect there are black beans in it.
Homemade chocolate chip waffles are easy to make and have buttery, crispy edges and a fluffy interior, plus plenty of chocolate chips scattered throughout. They're a great way to start the day.
Chocolate waffles are a great breakfast idea or a dessert option. Check out the secret ingredient that makes these a little better for you, too.
These homemade cinnamon waffles are finished off with a cinnamon sugar coating that reminds you of a theme park churro.
Put a delicious, brunchy twist on your waffles and try these cinnamon crumb coffee cake waffles for your next batch! Perfect with a warm cup of tea or coffee.
Gluten and sugar-free, this breakfast staple is easy to make and perfect for busy mornings.
These easy-to-prepare Belgian coconut waffles are dairy-free, and use coconut milk, shredded coconut, and coconut oil. Try these light and crispy waffles for your next breakfast or brunch.
Welcome to the sensational world of crispy waffles with blood orange glaze, where classic breakfast comfort meets a zesty citrus twist.
Want to make a romantic breakfast or brunch that looks amazing, tastes great and yet takes only 20 minutes to put together? Then you’ll want this easy waffle board recipe.
These pumpkin waffles are ready in 15 minutes and use only two bowls! They are light, fluffy, and full of pumpkin spice.
These funfetti waffles are a unique twist on the classic Belgian waffle, and they are so much fun!
Imagine if a waffle and a sugar cookie had a delicious love child - that's a German waffle.
Enjoy gingerbread waffles for breakfast! The smell of warm cozy spices while they cook will draw you in and their slightly sweet flavor will win you over.
These gluten free waffles have crispy edges and a light, fluffy center. You won't miss gluten at all in these waffles.
If you are looking for fluffy waffles that are ready in just a few minutes, these fluffy whole wheat waffles are for you.
For a unique waffle for breakfast or dessert, try a mochi waffle. The addition of rice flour to a classic homemade waffle batter results in a chewy center with a crispy exterior.
Full of creamy Nutella, these Nutella waffles are so simple to make, and are loaded with sinful Nutella. Up your waffle game with these amazingly easy waffles.
These pandan mochi waffles are deliciously fragrant from the addition of coconut milk and have a unique chewy texture from the glutinous rice flour.
Healthy protein waffles are the best homemade breakfast everyone will love. Learn how to make protein waffles for meal prep or easy breakfast.
With bold color and warm chocolatey flavor, red velvet waffles are a delicious and comforting evolution of a breakfast-food classic made with cocoa powder and finished with a drizzle of cream cheese glaze.
Once you make these sourdough waffles with whole grain, you’ll never go back to baking powder waffles again.
While these eggnog waffles are perfect to wake up to on Christmas morning, you'll love them anytime you feel like getting into the holiday spirit. Made with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, these waffles will make your morning extra cozy.
Make the most glorious spiced yeasted waffles, studded with toasted pecans, and topped with caramel apple compote. These are perfectly crisp on the outside, and fluffy and moist on the inside, with a warming spice flavor.
This sweet potato waffles recipe is a healthier and more flavorful version of traditional waffles. Plus, it's quick and easy.
Ube waffles - your favorite buttermilk waffles filled with the wonderful flavours of ube. Crunchy outside, soft inside, they're a great start to the day.
These fluffy vanilla bean waffles are topped with homemade strawberry sauce.
These eggless (and vegan) are light and fluffy inside and nicely golden crispy on the outside.
So bust out that waffle maker, roll up your sleeves, and let your taste buds embark on a journey of waffle wonderment.
And with each bite from this assortment of waffle recipes, savor the pure deliciousness that waffles bring to your table and your life.
No food envy necessary.
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