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Waffle Ideas And Recipes
Waffles are the perfect brunch food for all occasions because when it comes to flavors and toppings, the options are endless. Whether you are planning a big celebration or just a small gathering, waffles are definitely the way to go! These waffle brunch ideas will help you plan the perfect spread for your next get-together!
1. Breakfast Charcuterie Board
This breakfast board is one of the best waffle brunch ideas out there. If you want to know how to make an amazing breakfast charcuterie board that will have your friends and family in awe, we’ve got a few pointers that will help you bring your ideas to life!
2. Waffle Breakfast Sandwiches
These breakfast sandwiches are one of the most innovative waffle brunch ideas yet! Whether you’re in the mood for sweet or savory, these waffle sandwiches are it.
3. Stuffed French Toast Nutella Waffles
Brunch will never be the same with these decadent stuffed french toast Nutella waffles! Top these waffles with your favorite fresh fruits and whipped cream for an extravagant breakfast dish.
4. Banana Waffles
Fluffy, sweet banana waffles topped with maple syrup, fresh bananas, and powdered sugar are just what you need for any breakfast or bunch gathering.
5. Breakfast Waffle Charcuterie Board
This breakfast charcuterie board is great for any occassion. Load it up with your favorite waffles and all the toppings you can imagine!
6. Chocolate Waffles From Scratch
These chocolate waffles are made with simple pantry staple ingredients for a rich chocolate flavored twist on this classic breakfast dish! They’re the perfect dessert-like breakfast.
7. Cinnamon Roll Waffles
Step up your waffle game with these incredibly easy and delicious cinnamon roll waffles. All you need is a can of cinnamon rolls and a waffle iron! They make the perfect addition to any breakfast or brunch charcuterie board.
8. Churro Waffles with Peaches & Cream
These decadent churro waffles aren’t your average waffle. They start with a basic waffle that is deep-fried, then dusted in cinnamon sugar, and generously topped with fresh peaches and cream.
9. Bacon Cheddar Waffles
Savory waffles are a brilliant breakfast or brunch idea. Try these bacon cheddar waffles loaded with bacon, cheddar cheese, and green onions!
10. Berries & Cream Waffle Sandwiches
Berries & Cream Waffle Sandwiches – Mini waffles paired with fresh fruits and whipped cream – how can you go wrong? These little waffle sandwiches are super cute and incredibly easy to make.
11. Light and Fluffy Yeast Belgian Waffles
These Belgian waffles are soft and fluffy on the inside and perfectly crispy on the outside. Try them on your next brunch or breakfast charcuterie board!
12. Waffle Sundae Bar
This is one of our favorite waffle brunch ideas! Waffle sundae bars are a great way to make brunch feel extra fun! Set out yogurts, fruits, and any other toppings you happen to have on hand, and let everyone customize their own brunch masterpiece!
13. Oatmeal Waffles
If you’ve never tried oatmeal waffles, you are missing out! These waffles are soft and fluffy and super nutritious.
14. Savoury Mexican Waffles
Savoury Mexican waffles are the answer to all your brunch needs. They are filled with corn, cilantro, and feta, topped with an egg and salsa verde!
15. Crispy Waffles with Blood Orange Glaze
Light, fluffy, and perfectly crisp around the edges, these easy crispy waffles with blood orange glaze are delicious for breakfast, brunch, dinner, or even dessert and make the perfect Mother’s Day Brunch surprise!
16. Mother’s Day Brunch Board
Create a fun waffle board for your next get-together! It’s so easy to customize with everyone’s favorites and a super fun way to eat brunch!
17. Ham and Cheese Waffles
We can’t get enough savory waffle brunch ideas! These ham and cheese waffles are delightfully crispy and packed with ham, green onions, and cheese.Â
18. Apple Pie Stuffed Cinnamon Roll Waffles
Yes, it’s a thing! These apple pie stuffed cinnamon roll waffles are absolute brunch goals!
19. The Ultimate Breakfast Charcuterie Tray
This breakfast charcuterie tray is perfect for family time or a romantic morning. You can add as many or as few items as you want and even make this charcuterie platter kid-friendly. Everyone will be excited about this fun and unique breakfast.
20. Tres Leches Waffles
We LOVE dessert-inspired waffles! These tres leches waffles are a fun twist on a classic Latin American dessert.
21. Ham and Parmesan Waffles with a Fried Egg
These savory ham and parmesan waffles are super easy to mix up and so delicious. Serve with a fried egg on top to kick it up a notch!
22. Chicken and Waffle Sliders
These sliders are a fun and creative waffle brunch idea! The sliders consist of crispy fried chicken sandwiched between two savory waffles with a kick. Â
23. Buttermilk Cornbread Waffles
These sweet buttermilk cornbread waffles are delicious topped with maple syrup, fresh fruit, and maple honey cinnamon butter.Â
24. Lemon Sour Cream Waffles
Serve these fluffy lemon sour cream waffles at your next brunch party! Top with lemon curd for a bolder, tangier flavor.
25. Ultimate Breakfast Gazing Board
Who doesn’t love having options when it comes to breakfast? This grazing board is loaded with the family’s favorite breakfast items so everyone can customize their own plate.
26. Strawberry Shortcake Buttermilk Waffles
These strawberry shortcake buttermilk waffles and crisp and tender and layered with fresh strawberries and maple whipped cream.
27. Chocolate Caramel Waffles
Who doesn’t love chocolate and caramel? These chocolate caramel waffles are an indulgent treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or even dessert!
28. Banana Bread Waffles
Banana bread + waffles – you can go wrong there! Top with fresh bananas and maple syrup for the ultimate brunch dish.
29. Quick and Easy Coffee Waffles
If you love coffee and also love waffles, look no further for the perfect breakfast food. These coffee waffles taste amazing are extremely easy to make!
30. Pumpkin Waffles
Normalize eating pumpkin year-round! These pumpkin waffles definitely deserve to be enjoyed during all four seasons.
31. Cinnamon Brown Sugar Waffles
Buttermilk waffles with cinnamon and brown sugar in the batter. Serve them with syrup, butter, and fresh blueberries, or they’d also be great topped with vanilla yogurt and fresh peach slices.
32. Light and Crisp Sourdough Waffles
These Light and Crisp Sourdough Waffles are another great way to use up some extra sourdough discard. They are light and airy on the inside while also being crisp and golden on the outside.
33. Easy Strawberry Waffles
Strawberry waffles are light and crispy waffles with real strawberry pieces. Topped with homemade strawberry sauce, powdered sugar, whipped cream, and fresh strawberry slices! This is the perfect treat for breakfast or Sunday brunch!
34. Granola Waffles with Coconut Fried Apples
These chewy, hearty, sweet breakfast waffles are enriched with granola and topped with yogurt and coconut fried apples.
35. Black Bean and Corn Waffles
Light and fluffy waffles filled with fresh corn, black beans, and plenty of Latin spice! Serve with the traditional toppings of butter and syrup or as a fully loaded brunch dish, these waffles are for breakfast anytime.
36. German Waffles
Calling all waffle lovers! These sweet German Waffles are like a cross between a waffle and a sugar cookie. They are made with simple ingredients and super delicious!
37. French Toast Waffles
Homemade french toast waffles are a fun and easy way to enjoy french toast in waffle form. Top them with powdered sugar, cinnamon, or even fruit topping!
38. Chocolate Brownie Waffles
This may be the most ingenious way to use boxed brownie mix! I’ll take any excuse to eat dessert for breakfast.
39. Chicken and Waffles with Honey-Cinnamon Butter
Chicken and waffles are one of the best comfort foods around! Buttermilk marinated chicken paired with light, sweet cream waffles make the perfect combo. Don’t skip the honey-cinnamon butter!
40. Waffle Bar
This is an awesome waffle brunch idea for entertaining! Put out as many toppings as you’d like and let everyone make their own custom waffles.
41. Blueberry Waffles
Kick your everyday waffles up a notch with the addition of sweet, juicy blueberries! These waffles are perfect for your next breakfast or brunch party.
42. Shaggy Mane Mushroom Waffles
These savory waffles are incredibly light and crispy. Shaggy mane mushroom waffles can be enjoyed with an egg and chili sauce on top!
43. Red Velvet Waffles
This is a seriously decadent red velvet waffle recipe! A classic breakfast waffle batter is enriched with cocoa, sweetened and served with whipped cream and chocolate sauce.
44. Whole Wheat Waffles
You can’t beat a classic homemade waffle. These are the best whole wheat waffles for all of your favorite toppings!
45. Buttermilk Waffles
These traditional buttermilk waffles are thick and fluffy with nice crispy edges. They are definitely a brunch staple!
46. Pumpkin Waffles with Caramel Sauce Topping
We all need these pumpkin waffles in our lives. The caramel topping is what really makes these waffles irresistible!
47. Waffle Charcuterie Board
This breakfast charcuterie board is a fun way to get creative with various waffle flavors and toppings. The flavor possibilities are endless!
48. Liege Belgian Waffles
These crisp, yeast-risen waffles are thick and chewy with just the right amount of sweetness. They are delicious with or without toppings!
49. Cake Mix Waffles
This is an acceptable way to eat cake for breakfast and we are all about it! Not only can you enjoy these cake mix waffles for breakfast or brunch, but also for dessert.
50. Falafel Waffles
Falafel balls meet buttermilk waffles for an awesome flavor combination. Great for brunch or dinner, falafel waffles are served with fresh cucumber tomato salad, easy homemade lamb sausage and a smear of yogurt.
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I traditionally make waffles every time my step daughter comes to town. This list will be a great resource to help keep it fresh!
Wow cannot wait to make some of these for my girly brunch next weekend!
This all sounds amazing!
Looove this roundup! Gonna save this to try some recipes, I love waffles!
So many great breakfasts ideas to choose from, love the charcuterie waffles for sure too.
Wow, some great breakfast and brunch ideas here. Perfect for when I next have guests.
Wonderful round up of awesome waffle brunch ideas.
awesome round up of brunch ideas. everything looks so tasty – i don’t know what to start with
Oh my gosh, so much yum and inspiration in one post! Great roundup.
Such fantastic ideas and recipes! Thank you so much for sharing. I can’t wait to host my next event and serve some delicious sweet waffle charcuterie
What an amazing roundup of waffle recipes! I can’t wait to eat my way through this list, LOL!