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How to set up a waffle bar at home, how many waffles you’ll need, how to keep them crisp, and 15 waffle recipes to fill the table.

I started doing a waffle bar on Christmas morning a few years ago because I was tired of standing at the stove flipping pancakes while everyone else opened presents.
Now the waffles get made ahead, the toppings go out in little bowls, and people help themselves.
It’s cheap, it’s easy, and you can freeze the waffles weeks in advance. Kids love piling on sprinkles and whipped cream, and the grown-ups go for the berries and warm syrup.
It works just as well for a baby shower, a birthday brunch or a sleepover the next morning.
Below I’ve put together a quick planning guide, 25 tips for setting it up, 12 waffle bar ideas for different occasions, and 15 waffle recipes at the end.
Planning more party food? You might also like The Best Brunch Ever, 25 Freezer-Friendly Breakfast Casseroles and 30 Blackstone Breakfast Ideas for Christmas.
Waffle Station Quick Guide
The key numbers and tips to plan your waffle bar at a glance.
How Many Waffles 2 per adult
Plan 2 regular waffles (or 1 large Belgian) per adult and 1 per child. A 2-cup flour batch makes about 8 waffles.
Keep Them Crisp 200°F oven
Lay waffles in a single layer on a wire rack in a 200°F oven. Never stack them, or they go soggy.
Make Ahead up to 1 month
Freeze waffles in a single layer, then bag. Reheat from frozen at 375°F for 5 to 7 minutes.
Waffle Maker Speed 12 to 15 per hour
One waffle maker makes about 12 to 15 waffles an hour. For a big group, use two or cook ahead.
Syrup 1/4 cup each
Plan about 1/4 cup syrup and 1/2 cup fruit per person.
Line Order 6 zones
Plates, warm waffles, butter and syrups, fruit, creamy toppings on ice, then crunchy toppings.
Food Safety 2-hour rule
Keep whipped cream, yogurt and cut fruit cold, and hot savory items like chicken above 140°F.
Waffle Bar Essentials
The tools that make a waffle bar run smoothly, from cooking to serving.
Belgian Waffle Maker Deep pockets that hold syrup and toppings. A flip style cooks evenly. | See on Amazon |
Double Waffle Maker Makes 2 waffles at a time, which helps a lot with a crowd. | See on Amazon |
Pancake Batter Dispenser Pours clean, even portions with no drips on the counter. | See on Amazon |
Wire Cooling Rack and Sheet Pan Holds waffles in a warm oven so they stay crisp, not soggy. | See on Amazon |
Glass Syrup Dispensers No-drip pourers for maple syrup, honey and warm sauces. | See on Amazon |
Condiment Server with Ice Tray Keeps berries, whipped cream and yogurt cold on the table. | See on Amazon |
Small Topping Bowls Little bowls for sprinkles, nuts, chocolate chips and granola. | See on Amazon |
Electric Warming Tray Keeps waffles and sauces warm through a long brunch. | See on Amazon |
Mini Chalkboard Labels Label each topping so guests know what’s nut-free or dairy-free. | See on Amazon |
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HOW TO SET UP A WAFFLE STATION: 25 TIPS
1. Decide: Make Ahead Or Cook To Order
For more than 15 guests, make most of the waffles ahead. It’s much less stressful than cooking to order.
For smaller groups, a couple of waffle makers on the table is fun and interactive.
2. Plan 2 Waffles Per Adult
Plan 2 regular waffles or 1 large Belgian waffle per adult and 1 per child.
A batch of batter made with 2 cups of flour makes about 8 regular waffles.
3. Know Your Waffle Maker’s Speed
One waffle maker turns out roughly 12 to 15 waffles an hour.
For a big group, borrow a second machine or use a double waffle maker.
4. Keep Waffles Crisp On A Rack
Set your oven to 200°F and put oven-safe wire racks on sheet pans. Lay waffles in a single layer.
Air moves underneath, so they stay crisp for up to 30 minutes. Stacking traps steam and makes them soggy.
5. Freeze Waffles Up To A Month Ahead
Make waffles ahead, freeze them in a single layer on a sheet pan, then bag them.
Reheat straight from frozen at 375°F for 5 to 7 minutes.
6. Mix Dry Ingredients The Night Before
Measure and whisk the dry ingredients the night before so the batter takes 5 minutes in the morning.
A good boxed mix works fine too if you’re short on time.
7. Use A Batter Dispenser
A batter dispenser means no drips and no mess at a cook-your-own station.
It also makes every waffle the same size.
8. Offer 2 Or 3 Kinds Of Waffles
Classic buttermilk is a must. Add one fun flavor like chocolate chip or cinnamon roll, and one savory option.
You’ll find 15 waffle recipes at the end of this post.
9. Warm The Syrup
Warm maple syrup in a small pot and serve it in glass syrup dispensers.
Plan about 1/4 cup per person.
10. Keep Chocolate And Caramel Sauce Warm
A mini slow cooker dip warmer keeps chocolate or caramel sauce smooth and pourable.
Stir it every half hour.
11. Offer Plenty Of Fresh Fruit
Strawberries, blueberries, bananas and raspberries are the favorites. Plan about 1/2 cup per person.
Slice bananas last and toss them with a little lemon juice so they don’t brown.
12. Whip Your Own Cream
One cup of heavy cream whips up to about 2 cups of whipped cream. Plan 2 tablespoons of cream per person.
Keep it in a bowl set over ice.
13. Add Creamy Toppings
Whipped butter, Greek yogurt, Nutella, peanut butter and cream cheese frosting all go well on waffles.
Greek yogurt adds protein for guests who want a lighter option.
14. Put Out Crunchy Toppings
Chocolate chips, sprinkles, chopped nuts, granola, crushed cookies and toasted coconut.
Plan about 2 tablespoons per person and label the nuts.
15. Include A Savory Corner
Fried chicken, scrambled eggs, turkey sausage, shredded cheese and hot honey turn waffles into a full meal.
Keep hot items above 140°F in a chafing dish.
16. Use Small Topping Bowls
A set of small serving bowls with spoons keeps every topping tidy.
Refill small bowls from the kitchen instead of setting out one giant bowl.
17. Label Everything
Mark which toppings have nuts, dairy or gluten with food label tent cards.
It saves guests from asking about every bowl.
18. Set The Line In The Right Order
Go in this order: plates and forks, warm waffles, butter and syrups, fruit, whipped cream and creamy toppings on ice, crunchy toppings, then savory items at one end.
Put drinks like coffee and juice on a separate table.
19. Make A Kid-Friendly Corner
Mini waffles, sprinkles and chocolate sauce are all most kids need. Mini waffle makers are cheap and let kids cook their own.
Put their toppings at their height.
20. Plan For Gluten-Free Guests
Use a 1-to-1 gluten-free flour and cook those waffles first, before the iron touches regular batter.
Keep them on their own labeled plate.
21. Offer A Dairy-Free Option
Swap the milk for oat or almond milk and the butter for oil.
Fruit, syrup and peanut butter are naturally dairy-free toppings.
22. Add Coffee And Juice
A coffee station and a juice pitcher turn a waffle bar into a full brunch.
Set them away from the waffle line so it keeps moving.
23. Prep Ahead So The Morning Is Easy
The day before, mix the dry ingredients, make sauces, wash fruit and set out serving dishes.
An hour before, mix the batter, start cooking and slice fruit and whip cream.
24. Keep Food Safety Simple
Keep whipped cream, yogurt and cut fruit cold, and throw out anything left out more than 2 hours.
Keep fried chicken and eggs hot at 140°F or above.
25. Freeze The Leftovers
Cool leftover waffles completely, then freeze them in a zip-top bag.
They make quick weekday breakfasts straight from the toaster.
HOW MUCH TO BUY FOR A WAFFLE STATION
These numbers assume adults eating 2 regular waffles each. One cup of heavy cream whips up to about 2 cups.
| Item | Per Person | 10 Guests | 25 Guests | 50 Guests |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waffles | 2 regular | 20 (3 batches) | 50 (7 batches) | 100 (13 batches) |
| Maple syrup | 1/4 cup | 2 (12 oz) bottles | 5 bottles | 9 bottles |
| Fresh fruit | 1/2 cup | 5 cups | 12 1/2 cups | 25 cups |
| Heavy cream (for whipping) | 2 tbsp | 1 1/4 cups | 3 1/4 cups | 6 1/4 cups |
| Butter | 1 tbsp | 1/2 lb | 1 lb | 2 lbs |
| Chocolate chips or sprinkles | 2 tbsp | 1 1/4 cups | 3 cups | 6 cups |
WHAT A WAFFLE STATION COSTS
A waffle bar usually runs about $2 to $5 per person. Spend on one or two special toppings like fresh berries or real maple syrup and fill out the rest with chocolate chips, sprinkles and bananas.
WAFFLE STATION FAQ
How Do You Keep Waffles Warm For A Crowd?
Lay them in a single layer on a wire rack in a 200°F oven. They stay warm and crisp for about 30 minutes. Don’t stack them.
Can You Make Waffles Ahead Of Time?
Yes. Freeze them in a single layer, then bag them for up to a month. Reheat from frozen at 375°F for 5 to 7 minutes.
What Toppings Should A Waffle Bar Have?
Syrup, butter, 3 or 4 fruits, whipped cream, a chocolate sauce, 2 or 3 crunchy toppings and one savory option.
12 WAFFLE STATION IDEAS FOR EVERY OCCASION
Each idea uses the same basic setup from the tips above. What changes is the decor, the waffle flavors and a few small touches that fit the occasion.
1. Christmas Morning Waffle Bar
A waffle bar makes Christmas morning easy. Make the waffles ahead, then just warm them up after presents.
Gingerbread waffles, peppermint whipped cream and red and green sprinkles make it festive.
What You’ll Need:
- Classic and gingerbread waffles, made ahead
- Maple syrup and warm chocolate sauce
- Berries, whipped cream and crushed candy canes
- Red and green sprinkles
- Christmas mugs for cocoa
How to Set It Up:
- Freeze the waffles a week ahead.
- Reheat on racks while everyone opens gifts.
- Set toppings on a festive tray.
- Add a hot cocoa pot on the side.
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2. Fall Waffle Bar
Pumpkin and apple waffles with cinnamon toppings for a fall brunch or Friendsgiving breakfast.
Mini pumpkins and fall leaves make easy table decor.
What You’ll Need:
- Pumpkin and buttermilk waffles
- Warm cinnamon apples and caramel sauce
- Candied pecans and whipped cream
- Maple syrup
How to Set It Up:
- Keep the apples warm in a small slow cooker.
- Put caramel in a squeeze bottle.
- Decorate with mini pumpkins.
- Add cider in a drink dispenser.
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3. Baby Shower Waffle Brunch
A brunch baby shower with a waffle bar is relaxed, pretty and easy to feed a crowd.
Use pastel toppings, fresh berries and a cute sign like Oh Baby, Waffle On.
What You’ll Need:
- Waffles made ahead
- Berries, whipped cream and pastel sprinkles
- Syrup and Nutella
- Yogurt parfaits on the side
- Shower-colored plates
How to Set It Up:
- Make waffles ahead and hold them on racks.
- Use pastel bowls for toppings.
- Add a sign that matches the shower theme.
- Set desserts and favors on a separate table.
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4. Bridal Shower Waffle Bar
A waffle bar fits a daytime bridal shower perfectly. It’s pretty, simple and fun to build.
Add a mimosa-style juice bar with sparkling juices on the side.
What You’ll Need:
- Belgian waffles
- Strawberries, raspberries and whipped cream
- Lemon curd and Nutella
- Flowers and a waffle bar sign
How to Set It Up:
- Use fresh flowers between topping bowls.
- Make a short menu with 3 suggested combos.
- Add a sparkling juice bar.
- Keep cream on ice.
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5. Breakfast Wedding Or Brunch Reception
A waffle station is a sweet addition to a brunch wedding or a morning-after brunch for out-of-town guests.
Have a caterer or helper keep fresh waffles coming.
What You’ll Need:
- Waffles cooked to order or held warm
- Full topping spread
- Savory options like eggs and turkey sausage
- Elegant signs
How to Set It Up:
- Use two waffle makers or a caterer.
- Label every topping.
- Put savory items at one end.
- Add coffee and juice stations.
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6. Sleepover Waffle Bar
The perfect morning after a slumber party. Kids love making their own crazy waffle creations.
Mini waffle makers let each kid cook their own.
What You’ll Need:
- Mini or regular waffles
- Sprinkles, chocolate chips and whipped cream
- Chocolate sauce and syrup
- Fruit for balance
How to Set It Up:
- Mix the batter the night before.
- Set up mini waffle makers with an adult nearby.
- Put toppings at kid height.
- Take photos of the wildest creations.
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7. Mini Waffle Bar
Bite-size waffles with a few toppings work for showers, kids’ parties and dessert tables.
They’re easy to eat standing up and fun to try three ways.
What You’ll Need:
- Mini waffles
- Small bowls of 6 to 8 toppings
- Small plates or cups
- Picks or small forks
How to Set It Up:
- Make mini waffles ahead and keep them warm.
- Arrange them on a tray.
- Put toppings in small bowls around them.
- Add a sign with 3 suggested combos.
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8. Mother’s Day Waffle Brunch
Treat Mom to a waffle brunch with her favorite toppings and fresh flowers on the table.
Lemon ricotta or strawberry Belgian waffles feel extra special.
What You’ll Need:
- Lemon ricotta and classic waffles
- Fresh berries and whipped cream
- Lemon curd and maple syrup
- Flowers and nice dishes
How to Set It Up:
- Set the table with real dishes and flowers.
- Make the waffles before Mom wakes up.
- Add coffee and fresh juice.
- Let the kids decorate a sign.
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9. Chicken And Waffles Party
Crispy chicken on waffles with hot honey. It works as brunch, game day food or bite-size party appetizers.
Mini chicken and waffle bites on picks are perfect for a crowd.
What You’ll Need:
- Waffles cut into squares
- Crispy chicken tenders
- Hot honey and maple syrup
- Pickles and picks
How to Set It Up:
- Keep the chicken uncovered on a rack in a warm oven.
- Stack chicken on waffle squares with a pick.
- Drizzle hot honey right before serving.
- Refill in batches.
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10. Waffle Board
Waffles, fruit, syrups and toppings arranged on one big board. Great for 4 to 8 people.
It looks impressive with very little work.
What You’ll Need:
- A large board or tray
- Waffles cut into quarters
- Berries, bananas and whipped cream
- Small bowls of syrup and Nutella
How to Set It Up:
- Place the bowls on the board first.
- Fan the waffles around them.
- Fill gaps with fruit.
- Serve right away while the waffles are warm.
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11. Dessert Waffle Bar
Waffles with ice cream, hot fudge and all the sundae toppings. Perfect for birthdays and summer nights.
Pre-scoop the ice cream onto a sheet pan in the freezer to save time.
What You’ll Need:
- Warm waffles
- Vanilla and chocolate ice cream
- Hot fudge, caramel and whipped cream
- Sprinkles, cherries and crushed cookies
How to Set It Up:
- Keep ice cream in a bowl nested in ice.
- Warm the sauces in small pots.
- Put waffles first, then ice cream.
- Add a cherry jar at the end.
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12. High Protein Breakfast Bar
Greek yogurt protein waffles with eggs, turkey sausage and yogurt toppings for a filling breakfast.
Great for athletes, a team breakfast or anyone who wants more protein in the morning.
What You’ll Need:
- Greek yogurt protein waffles
- Scrambled eggs and turkey sausage
- Greek yogurt, berries and peanut butter
- Granola and honey
How to Set It Up:
- Keep eggs and sausage warm in a chafing dish.
- Put yogurt over ice.
- Label the protein in each topping.
- Add a smoothie station on the side.
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15 WAFFLE RECIPES FOR YOUR WAFFLE STATION
Pick 2 or 3 of these for your bar. Each recipe makes about 8 regular waffles (4 servings) unless noted.
1. Classic Buttermilk Waffles
Crisp outside, fluffy inside, and the base for almost every topping on the bar.
Separating the eggs and folding in whipped whites makes them extra light.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs, separated
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1/2 cup melted butter
Instructions:
- Whisk the dry ingredients in a large bowl.
- Whisk the egg yolks, buttermilk and butter, then stir into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Beat the egg whites to soft peaks and fold them in.
- Cook in a preheated waffle iron until golden and crisp, about 4 to 5 minutes.
2. Strawberry Belgian Waffles
Thick Belgian waffles topped with sugared strawberries and whipped cream.
Toss the berries with sugar an hour ahead so they make their own syrup.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 2 cups strawberries, sliced
- 2 tbsp sugar (for berries)
- Whipped cream
Instructions:
- Toss the strawberries with 2 tbsp sugar and let sit 30 minutes.
- Whisk the dry ingredients, then stir in the eggs, milk, butter and vanilla.
- Cook in a Belgian waffle iron until golden.
- Top with strawberries, their juices and whipped cream.
3. Hot Honey Chicken And Waffles
Crispy fried chicken on a waffle, drizzled with spicy hot honey.
It’s the showstopper of any savory waffle station.
Ingredients:
- 8 waffles (any recipe above)
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 1/2 cups flour with 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder and 1 tsp salt
- Oil for frying
- 1/2 cup honey warmed with 1 tbsp hot sauce and a pinch of chili flakes
Instructions:
- Soak the chicken in buttermilk for at least 1 hour.
- Dredge in the seasoned flour and fry at 350°F for 6 to 8 minutes, until 165°F inside.
- Warm the honey with the hot sauce and chili flakes.
- Serve chicken on waffles and drizzle with hot honey.
4. Blueberry Waffles
Fluffy waffles bursting with blueberries and a hint of lemon.
Toss the berries in a spoonful of flour so they don’t sink.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 1/2 cups blueberries
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions:
- Whisk the dry ingredients and lemon zest.
- Stir in the eggs, milk, butter and vanilla until just combined.
- Toss the blueberries in 1 tbsp flour and fold them in.
- Cook until golden and serve with maple syrup.
5. Chocolate Chip Waffles
Classic waffles studded with melty chocolate chips.
Mini chocolate chips spread more evenly and burn less on the iron.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Whisk the dry ingredients.
- Stir in the eggs, milk, butter and vanilla.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Cook until golden and top with whipped cream.
6. Cinnamon Roll Waffles
Canned cinnamon rolls pressed in the waffle iron and drizzled with icing.
It’s the fastest waffle on the list and kids go crazy for it.
Ingredients:
- 1 (12.4 oz) can refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing
- Cooking spray
Instructions:
- Heat the waffle iron and spray it well.
- Place one cinnamon roll in each section and close the lid.
- Cook 2 to 3 minutes, until golden and cooked through.
- Drizzle with the icing while warm.
7. Pumpkin Waffles
Spiced pumpkin waffles that taste like fall.
Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions:
- Whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, spice and salt.
- Whisk the eggs, pumpkin, milk and butter.
- Stir the wet into the dry until just combined.
- Cook until golden and serve with maple syrup and pecans.
8. Red Velvet Waffles
Bright red cocoa waffles topped with a cream cheese glaze.
Perfect for Valentine’s Day or a Christmas morning bar.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp red food coloring
- Glaze: 4 oz cream cheese, 1 cup powdered sugar, 3 tbsp milk
Instructions:
- Whisk the dry ingredients with the cocoa.
- Stir in the eggs, milk, butter, vanilla and food coloring.
- Cook in the waffle iron until set.
- Beat the glaze ingredients until smooth and drizzle over the waffles.
9. Lemon Ricotta Waffles
Light, tender waffles with ricotta and lemon zest.
Serve with fresh berries and a dusting of powdered sugar.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup ricotta
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
Instructions:
- Whisk the dry ingredients.
- Whisk the ricotta, eggs, milk, butter, lemon zest and juice.
- Stir together until just combined.
- Cook until golden and serve with berries.
10. Churro Waffles
Waffles brushed with butter and rolled in cinnamon sugar, like a churro.
Serve with warm chocolate sauce for dipping.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 tsp cinnamon (in the batter)
- Topping: 1/2 cup sugar with 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 4 tbsp melted butter
- Chocolate sauce for dipping
Instructions:
- Make the batter with the cinnamon added to the dry ingredients.
- Cook the waffles until crisp.
- Brush each hot waffle with melted butter.
- Coat in cinnamon sugar and serve with chocolate sauce.
11. Hash Brown Waffles
Shredded potatoes pressed in the waffle iron until crispy, with cheese and green onion.
Squeeze the potatoes really dry, or they’ll steam instead of crisp.
Ingredients:
- 3 cups shredded hash browns, thawed and squeezed dry
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- Salt and pepper
Instructions:
- Mix all the ingredients in a bowl.
- Heat the waffle iron and grease it well.
- Spread a thin layer of the potato mix in the iron and close.
- Cook 8 to 10 minutes, until deep golden and crisp.
12. Liege Waffles
Chewy, yeasted Belgian waffles with crunchy caramelized pearl sugar.
They take some planning because the dough needs to rise, but they’re worth it.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups flour
- 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast
- 1/4 cup warm milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup soft butter
- 3/4 cup Belgian pearl sugar
Instructions:
- Mix the flour, yeast, milk, eggs, sugar and salt, then knead in the butter until smooth.
- Cover and let rise 1 1/2 hours.
- Knead in the pearl sugar and divide into 8 balls.
- Cook in a waffle iron 3 to 4 minutes, until caramelized.
13. Greek Yogurt Protein Waffles
Fluffy waffles made with Greek yogurt and oats for a lot more protein.
Serve with berries and a spoonful of yogurt on top.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup oat flour
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions:
- Whisk the oat flour, protein powder and baking powder.
- Whisk the yogurt, eggs, milk and honey.
- Stir together until smooth.
- Cook until golden.
14. Gingerbread Waffles
Molasses and warm spices make these taste just like gingerbread cookies.
Perfect for a Christmas morning waffle bar.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp cloves
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup molasses
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1/3 cup melted butter
Instructions:
- Whisk the flour, baking powder, spices and salt.
- Whisk the eggs, molasses, milk and butter.
- Stir together until just combined.
- Cook until set and serve with whipped cream.
15. Waffle Ice Cream Sundaes
Warm waffles topped with ice cream, hot fudge, whipped cream and a cherry.
Set this up as the dessert end of the waffle bar.
Ingredients:
- 4 waffles
- 4 scoops vanilla ice cream
- 1/2 cup hot fudge, warmed
- Whipped cream
- Sprinkles and maraschino cherries
Instructions:
- Warm the waffles so they’re crisp.
- Top each with a scoop of ice cream.
- Drizzle with hot fudge.
- Add whipped cream, sprinkles and a cherry.
If you only make one waffle for your station, go with the classic buttermilk. It’s the base for every topping on the table, and it’s the one people come back to for seconds.
