All The Ways Waffles Make Breakfast Better

Julie R. Thomson
Updated

We respect a plain ol', well-made,buttermilkwaffle. Truly, we do. Crunchier thanpancakesbut still delightfully fluffy, waffles are more than satisfying on their own. But we have to admit, their flat shape and deep, square divots are just asking to be filled with toppings and loaded with flavors.

Of course, fruits such as apples and berries are at home atop these breakfast treats, but some unexpected flavors work nicely too --ricotta,zucchini, and even pumpkin spice.

If you're looking for a break from your tried-and-true plain waffles, check out these recipes that add a bit of sweetness or spice to your batter (and breakfast).

Vanilla Bean And Blueberry Waffles

<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.somethingswanky.com/vanilla-bean-blueberry-waffles/" target="_blank">Vanilla Bean and Blueberry Waffles recipe</a> from Something Swanky</strong>
Get the Vanilla Bean and Blueberry Waffles recipe from Something Swanky

Banana Bread Waffles

<strong>Get the <a href="http://cookienameddesire.com/banana-bread-waffles/" target="_blank">Banana Bread Waffles recipe</a>&nbsp;from&nbsp;A Cookie Named Desire</strong>
Get the Banana Bread Waffles recipe from A Cookie Named Desire

Crispy Bacon Waffles

<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.howsweeteats.com/2015/07/crispy-bacon-waffles-with-bourbon-butter-and-blueberry-syrup/" target="_blank">Crispy Bacon Waffles recipe</a>&nbsp;from How Sweet It Is</strong>
Get the Crispy Bacon Waffles recipe from How Sweet It Is

Chocolate Chip Whole Wheat Belgian Waffles

<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.halfbakedharvest.com/whole-wheat-belgium-chocolate-chip-waffles-with-coconut-caramelized-bananas/" target="_blank">Chocolate Chip Whole Wheat Belgian Waffles recipe</a>&nbsp;from Half Baked Harvest</strong>

Apple Fritter Waffle Doughnuts

<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.completelydelicious.com/2014/09/apple-fritter-waffle-doughnuts.html" target="_blank">Apple Fritter Waffle Doughnuts recipe</a> from Completely Delicious</strong>
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Vanilla Yeasted Waffles With Roasted Peach Maple Syrup

<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.howsweeteats.com/2014/09/vanilla-yeasted-waffles-with-roasted-peach-maple-syrup/" target="_blank">Vanilla Yeasted Waffles with Roasted Peach Maple Syrup recipe</a> from How Sweet It Is</strong>

Churro Waffles

<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.halfbakedharvest.com/churro-waffles/" target="_blank">Churro Waffles recipe</a>&nbsp;from&nbsp;Half Baked Harvest</strong>
Get the Churro Waffles recipe from Half Baked Harvest

Chocolate Waffles With Peanut Butter Sauce

<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.runningtothekitchen.com/2014/02/chocolate-waffles-with-peanut-butter-sauce/" target="_blank">Chocolate Waffles with Peanut Butter Sauce recipe</a> from Running to the Kitchen</strong>

Belgian Liege Waffles

<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.handletheheat.com/make-belgian-liege-waffles/" target="_blank">Belgian Liege Waffles recipe </a>from Handle the Heat</strong>
Get the Belgian Liege Waffles recipe from Handle the Heat

Cheddar Cornbread Waffles With Fried Egg

<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.howsweeteats.com/2015/08/cheddar-cornbread-waffles-with-fried-eggs-and-queso/" target="_blank">Cheddar Cornbread Waffles with Fried Egg recipe</a>&nbsp;from How Sweet It Is</strong>

Cider Pumpkin Waffles With Toasted Pecan Butter

<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.halfbakedharvest.com/overnight-cider-pumpkin-waffles-wtoasted-pecan-butter-cider-syrup-spiced-apples/" target="_blank">Cider Pumpkin Waffles with Toasted Pecan Butter recipe</a> from Half Baked Harvest</strong>

Coconut Flour Waffles

<strong>Get the <a href="http://deliciouslyorganic.net/coconut-flour-waffles-mothers-day-breakfast-menu/#comment-11863">Coconut Flour Waffles recipe </a>from Deliciously Organic</strong>
Get the Coconut Flour Waffles recipe from Deliciously Organic

Chocolate Caramel Liege Waffles

<strong>Get the <a href="http://bakingdom.com/2013/03/chocolate-caramel-liege-waffles.html" target="_blank">Chocolate Caramel Liege Waffles recipe</a> from Bakingdom</strong>
Get the Chocolate Caramel Liege Waffles recipe from Bakingdom

Coconut Yogurt Waffles

<strong>Get the <a href="http://minimalistbaker.com/coconut-yogurt-waffles-vegan-gf/" target="_blank">Coconut Yogurt Waffles recipe</a>&nbsp;from Minimalist Baker</strong>
Get the Coconut Yogurt Waffles recipe from Minimalist Baker

Praline Waffles

<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.browneyedbaker.com/praline-waffles-recipe/" target="_blank">Praline Waffles recipe</a> from Brown Eyed Baker</strong>
Get the Praline Waffles recipe from Brown Eyed Baker

Pumpkin Spice Waffles

<strong>Get the <a href="http://minimalistbaker.com/vegan-pumpkin-spice-latte-waffles/" target="_blank">Pumpkin Spice Waffles recipe</a>&nbsp;from Minimalist Baker</strong>
Get the Pumpkin Spice Waffles recipe from Minimalist Baker

Weekday Waffles With Maple-Blueberry Butter

<strong>Get the <a href="http://food52.com/blog/7874-weekday-waffles-with-maple-blueberry-butter" target="_blank">Weekday Waffles With Maple-Blueberry Butter recipe</a> from fiveandspice via Food52</strong>

Sweet Potato Waffles

<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.agoldenafternoon.com/food/sweetpotatowaffles/">Sweet Potato Waffles recipe</a> from A Golden Afternoon</strong>
Get the Sweet Potato Waffles recipe from A Golden Afternoon

Fudge Waffles

<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.handletheheat.com/fudge-waffles/" target="_blank">Fudge Waffles recipe</a>&nbsp;from Handle the Heat</strong>
Get the Fudge Waffles recipe from Handle the Heat

Spiced Stout Waffles

<strong>Get the <a href="http://food52.com/recipes/20210-spiced-stout-waffles" target="_blank">Spiced Stout Waffles recipe</a> from Dulanotes via Food52</strong>
Get the Spiced Stout Waffles recipe from Dulanotes via Food52

Apple, Cheddar and Prosciutto Waffles

<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.10thkitchen.com/2012/11/apple-cheddar-and-prosciutto-waffles/">Apple, Cheddar and Prosciutto Waffles recipe</a> from 10th Kitchen</strong>
Get the Apple, Cheddar and Prosciutto Waffles recipe from 10th Kitchen

Aretha Frankenstein's Waffles

<strong>Get the <a href="http://food52.com/recipes/13871-aretha-frankenstein-s-waffles-of-insane-greatness" target="_blank">Aretha Frankenstein's Waffles recipe</a> from Genius Recipes via Food52</strong><br><br> From Aretha Frankenstein's restaurant in Chattanooga, TN.

Pumpkin Waffles

<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.averiecooks.com/2015/10/pumpkin-waffles.html" target="_blank">Pumpkin Waffles recipe</a>&nbsp;from Averie Cooks</strong>
Get the Pumpkin Waffles recipe from Averie Cooks

Gluten-Free Cornbread Waffles

<strong>Get the <a href="http://food52.com/recipes/23483-gluten-free-cornbread-waffles" target="_blank">Gluten-Free Cornbread Waffles recipe</a> from Ashley McLaughlin via Food52</strong>
Get the Gluten-Free Cornbread Waffles recipe from Ashley McLaughlin via Food52

Eggnog Waffles

<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.lifeandkitchen.com/eggnog-waffles/">Eggnog Waffles recipe </a>from Life and Kitchen</strong>
Get the Eggnog Waffles recipe from Life and Kitchen

Chili and Cornbread Waffle Stacks

<strong>Get the <a href="http://pinchofyum.com/chili-and-cornbread-waffle-stacks">Chili and Cornbread Waffle Stacks recipe</a> from Pinch of Yum</strong>
Get the Chili and Cornbread Waffle Stacks recipe from Pinch of Yum

Orange Cinnamon Belgian Waffles with Dark Chocolate Hot Fudge

<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.dessertsforbreakfast.com/2011/02/orange-cinnamon-belgian-waffles-with.html">Orange Cinnamon Belgian Waffles with Dark Chocolate Hot Fudge recipe</a> from Desserts for Breakfast</strong>

Spiced Apple Buttermilk Waffles

<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.recipegirl.com/2008/10/05/spiced-apple-buttermilk-waffles/">Spiced Apple Buttermilk Waffles recipe </a>from Recipe Girl</strong>
Get the Spiced Apple Buttermilk Waffles recipe from Recipe Girl

Lemon Belgian Waffles

<strong>Get the<a href="http://damndelicious.net/2013/02/06/lemon-belgian-waffles-with-blueberry-syrup/" target="_blank">&nbsp;Lemon Belgian Waffles recipe </a>from Damn Delicious</strong>
Get the Lemon Belgian Waffles recipe from Damn Delicious

Brown Butter Pumpkin Chai Waffles

<strong>Get the <a href="http://joanne-eatswellwithothers.com/2014/10/brown-butter-pumpkin-chai-waffles.html" target="_blank">Brown Butter Pumpkin Chai Waffles recipe</a> from Joanne Eats Well With Others</strong>
Get the Brown Butter Pumpkin Chai Waffles recipe from Joanne Eats Well With Others

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