Go beyond butter and syrup with waffle toppings that wow. Plus, check out tips for setting up the ultimate brunch-party waffle bar.
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Go beyond butter and syrup with waffle toppings that wow. Plus, check out tips for setting up the ultimate brunch-party waffle bar.
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When it comes to waffles, I think it’s about time we moved past the standard butter-and-syrup routine. (Though that’s certainly delicious, too.) With a honeycomb pattern and fluffy-sweet taste, a plain waffle brings something quirky and special to the plate.
So why not add wild waffle toppings to make your meal downright fun? Or try unexpected batters and over-the-top spreads that’ll make your loved ones grin? I’ve ironed out the best waffle toppings, from savory to sweet—plus a few unexpected ideas for wow-worthy waffles to get you started. Bonus: If you’re a big Disney fan, try this Mickey Mouse waffle maker for the most magical breakfast ever.
Waffles don’t necessarily need to be mounded with butter and sugary syrups to be delicious. Lighten them up with a whole-grain batter, fresh waffle toppings and nutrient-rich ingredients and they go from weekend indulgence to weekday jump-starter. Try these handpicked ideas:
Who says the waffle fun has to stop at breakfast? I love the idea of sandwiching hearty ingredients between two waffles for a filling lunch or serving them with creamy sauce for dinner. These savory waffle topping ideas make the case for digging into waffles well past morning hours.
For those days where more is definitely more, load up your waffles with indulgent ingredients you can drizzle, sprinkle and top to your heart’s content. I think they’re just perfect for a birthday or special occasion-but we won’t judge if you dig in on any plain weekday, too.
Instead of focusing largely on the waffle toppings, one of my favorite things to do is use unique ingredients in place of the plain waffle batter. With a little non-stick grease, anything from brownie batter to leftover mashed potatoes can be made into waffles. Start with these fun twists.
The best waffle toppings are the ones that are made just for you. Get inspired by New York’s waffle food trucks: Set up a waffle bar and let brunch guests go wild with their waffle creations. Place a platter of ready-made waffles surrounded by bowls of fun toppings at your next brunch party. With these waffle topping ideas, you’ve pretty much got endless combos for fun.