I have loved waffles ever since I was a kid. The fresh, homemade kind that my mother made were the best waffles ever. When I became an adult and got my own waffle maker, I started playing around with her homemade waffle recipe and soon found that you can waffle just about anything. If you love your waffle iron as much as I love mine, I think you will enjoy these unique waffle recipes.
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What I love about waffles is that yes, they bake a delicious breakfast, but you can also have them for snack, dinner, and sometimes even a dessert. There are sweet waffles, savory waffles, omelet waffles, bacon waffles, chocolate waffles, dessert waffles…you get the idea! Waffles are so versatile and delicious. They are great for a weekend brunch or you can even freeze most recipes to have the perfect waffles on a busy weekday morning.
Forget the store-bought waffles, this list is sure to inspire you to gather up some simple ingredients to make some of the best waffle recipes out there.
What toppings are good on waffles?
Of course it depends on what kind of waffles you are making, but these are some popular toppings for sweet waffles: maple syrup, fresh fruit, melted butter, peanut butter, cinnamon apples, or fresh berries. If you are going the dessert type waffles, toppings like caramel sauce, chocolate chips, dulce de leche, ice cream or whipped cream. For savory waffles, some ideas include sour cream or green onions, but again, it depends on the recipe.
What makes a waffle recipe unique?
Any recipe that goes beyond your class waffle recipe I’ve included in the list below. Banana Pudding Waffles, cinnamon roll waffles, churro waffles, red velvet waffles with fried chicken, the waffle iron is the perfect canvas for anything your brain can think of! There are so many different ways to enjoy this breakfast classic, just by adding a little creativity.
I have included over 50 of the most delicious, most unique waffle recipes I could locate. So the next time you are looking for breakfast recipes that will wow, a snack or dessert that is easy to prepare, or a new savory breakfast for dinner idea, peruse this list and find something your family will love!
What is the best waffle iron?
When you are making homemade waffles, I think that it does not really matter what equipment you use, just that you use enough spray oil (and follow recipe instructions) to make sure your waffles do not stick. If you want a budget waffle iron, Amazon makes one for under $20 that makes two squares at a time and Dash has one around $10 that makes a small circle waffle. You can also find season Dash waffle irons if you prefer hearts or pumpkins, and they may also be available on Amazon now, so check it out. If you want Belgian waffles, try this one from Müeller. For waffle sticks, this one from Cuisinart is fun. And here is the Bubble Waffle Maker. For making a lot of waffles in a short time span, I recommend the bigger ones like this one from Dash in fun colors, or the Green Pan waffle maker. I like the Green Pan because it makes Belgian waffles or classic waffles and you can select the darkness level and whether you want crispy or fluffy waffles.
What is your favorite way to make waffles?
50+ Unique Waffle Recipes - Creative Twists on Classic Waffles
Anything can be a waffle! Check out these amazing unique waffle recipes!
Banana Pudding Waffles are rich and delicious, and are the perfect nostalgic dessert waffles that you can even eat for breakfast!
These delicious bacon waffles with chocolate chips and waffle eggs make the perfect breakfast!
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!
Brownies for breakfast? Make these delicious dark chocolate brownie waffles for breakfast or dessert! Makes a sweet treat for special days.
Apple Pie Cheesecake Stuffed Waffles with Salted Caramel Sauce is a decadent, delicious breakfast or dessert waffle recipe, perfect for fall!
These gluten free waffles for one are great for after workout!
These delicious and savory Ham and Cheese Waffles are great for breakfast or dinner!
These Sourdough Pumpkin Waffles are any autumn lover’s dream!
These waffles are made from canned biscuit dough, making them super easy.
Nutella and bananas are baked between crescent dough in a waffle maker in this recipe!
These waffles are easy to make!
Soft, cake-like black sesame waffles with a lightly sweet chestnut filling, inspired by Korean Hodugwaja.
Belgian Waffles made healthy with split red lentils, blood orange juice and blueberries.
No one is gonna know that these are made healthier with black beans!
This easy recipe for chewy and crispy Pandan Mochi Waffles is full of coconut and pandan flavor.
These tasty banana waffles have extra veggies!
These pretty pink waffles are made with beets!
Enjoy these waffles as a festive holiday breakfast or as a warmly spiced treat year-round.
These quick and easy waffles are a great low carb breakfast option you can make in your waffle iron!
Make a delicious sourdough waffle that is gluten free!
These delicious waffles are served with with whipped cream and lingonberry jam.
These easy-to-prepare Belgian coconut waffles are dairy-free, and use coconut milk, shredded coconut, and coconut oil!
This waffles are great to serve with fresh huckleberry jam, your favorite syrup, or butter and powdered sugar.
These waffles are delicious for breakfast, brunch, dinner, or even dessert and make the perfect Mother’s Day Brunch surprise!
The banana funfetti bubble waffles are formed into “taco” shells and filled with ice cream, bananas, strawberries, chocolate sauce, walnuts, whipped cream, and sprinkles!
The oat flour takes the place of regular wheat flour. These waffles are a fantastic way to add oats into your diet, and are also vegan, egg free, and dairy free.
These waffles have no flour, just broccoli, cheese and eggs. A great low carb and gluten-free breakfast recipe.
Pumpkin-Apple Waffles ~ freezer-friendly for a quick-&-easy breakfast
Loaded with both the fall-favorite flavors of pumpkin and apple, Pumpkin-Apple Waffles make a fabulous start to your day.
These pumpkin pecan waffles are quick and easy to make, blending the warmth of pumpkin puree and aromatic spices with the nutty goodness of pecans.
These Smoked Salmon Waffles are full of salmon, scallions, and chives and make a marvelous brunch dish or appetizer!
These sweet potato waffles are ready in 15 minutes using only 2 ingredients!
Serve these red velvet waffles and chicken with your breakfast and brunch faves.
Kids love these fun and delicious waffles with crunchy chocolate crispies and real raspberries!
15 minute Kale Vegan Waffles with Raspberries
Crispy, flaky buttermilk biscuit waffles with a thick and creamy sausage gravy.
Delicious & healthy quinoa waffles make a powerful breakfast that's full of protein.
Birthday Breakfast Waffles - Easy 1-Bowl Funfetti Waffles Recipe
Birthday breakfast waffles taste like funfetti cake, whip up quick and easy in 1 bowl and 30 minutes, and are perfect for a special occasion breakfast or brunch.
