6 Waffle Recipes for Any Time of the Day

Two dark chocolate waffles dusted with confectioners' sugar.

Original recipe by David Leite

Liège Waffles

Liège waffles are a bit of a long haul, prep-wise, but they’re absolutely worth it. Pearl sugar caramelizes the crisp edges, while yeasted dough makes them lighter than regular waffles.

This recipe is a winner. I messed up a few steps and still they are the best liege waffles that I ever made. Family approved. All the big steps happen the day before leaving you ready to enjoy the waffles within minutes of getting up in the morning! Thank you.
Edward c.

Four of Ina Garten's waffle iron hash browns in a waffle iron with the lid open.

Quentin Bacon

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Ina Garten’s Waffle Iron Hash Browns

Waffle iron hash browns are the easiest and most delicious hash browns you’ll ever make. They’re really crispy on the outside and creamy inside—and the best part is no splatters on the stove!

A waffle topped with salted caramel sauce on a white plate

Erin Kunkel

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Waffles with Salted Caramel Sauce

These waffles with salted caramel sauce are made with sugar, cream, salt, and waffles. Superb as breakfast or dessert.

A close view of cornmeal waffles overlapping each other.

Posie Brien

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Cornmeal Waffles

Cornmeal waffles have a crisp texture with a slight grit. Suitable for either sweet or savory toppings, you can pile these beauties high with whatever you please.

Topped with butter and cane syrup or sausage gravy and fried eggs, these cornmeal waffles are a staple down in the heart of Dixie.
Bkhuna

Two dark chocolate waffles on a mirrored surface sprinkled with powered sugar

Marie Kazalia

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These dark chocolate waffles, made with cocoa, chocolate chips, and sour cream, can be breakfast or dessert (or a snack), it’s up to you. Hot fudge sauce and ice cream are optional but highly recommended.

Two waffle iron grilled cheese sandwiches on a wooden cutting board with a knife and a waffle iron nearby.

Gentl & Hyers

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Waffle Iron Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Waffle iron grilled cheese sandwich means no standing at the skillet carefully tending grilled cheese in a skillet so it doesn’t burn. Nope. Just slap some cheese on buttered bread, toss it on this underutilized piece of kitchen equipment, and dinner is as good as done.

Waffle FAQs

Is Waffle Batter and Pancake Batter the same?

Not exactly. They are similar; however, waffle batter contains more fat, giving it a thicker consistency. This allows it to crisp up on the outside with a tender interior.

How do I stop my waffles from sticking to the waffle maker?

First, always coat the surface of your waffle maker with butter, oil, or nonstick cooking spray between each batch of waffles. This will help the waffles to release easily.

Second, if the waffles are sticking when you open the lid, there’s a good chance that they’re not ready. Give them an extra minute and see if they release.