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21 Best Waffle Recipes: Sweet and Savory Ideas for Any Time of Day

Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside—these 21 waffle recipes cover everything from sweet classics to savory twists. Whether it’s brunch or dinner, there's a waffle here with your name on it.
21 Best Waffle Recipes: Sweet and Savory Ideas for Any Time of Day
21 Best Waffle Recipes: Sweet and Savory Ideas for Any Time of Day
Mandy at SideChef
I’m Mandy, a foodie from Germany and I'm all about delicious bites. My motto? Life’s too short to skip dessert (especially when cookies are involved).
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Mandy at SideChef
I’m Mandy, a foodie from Germany and I'm all about delicious bites. My motto? Life’s too short to skip dessert (especially when cookies are involved).

Waffles aren’t just for breakfast anymore. This collection brings you the ultimate list of waffle recipes that work for every time of day—from sweet and syrupy stacks to savory creations loaded with cheese, herbs, or even pulled pork. Whether you’re team classic Belgian or all about reimagining waffles with zucchini, potatoes, or almond flour, there’s something deliciously crispy here for you.

This list includes gluten-free, paleo, dairy-free, and even 15-minute waffle options—because waffles should be for everyone. Whether you’re planning a slow brunch, need a fun weeknight dinner idea, or want a creative snack the kids will actually eat, these waffle recipes are here to rescue your mealtime rut.

Want more breakfast inspiration? Check out our pancake recipes for more golden, fluffy ideas worth waking up for.

So fire up that waffle iron and let’s get into the good stuff—sweet, savory, and everything in between.

1. Ham and Manchego

Ham and Manchego Waffles

Garlic & Zest
Savory, cheesy, and just fancy enough to impress your brunch crew.

2. Belgian Waffles

Belgian Waffles with Caramelized Fruit

Chef's Opinion
Light, fluffy, and topped with caramelized fruit—classic never looked so good.

3. Waffle Melt

Turkey, Avocado, Cranberry, and Brie Waffle Melts

Half Baked Harvest
Turkey, brie, and cranberry—like Thanksgiving, but way crispier.

4. Waffle Sticks

Rich & Crispy Waffle Sticks

A Hint of Rosemary
Snackable, dunkable, dangerously good.

5. Pulled Pork Waffles

BBQ Pulled Pork Waffles

Pressure Cook Recipes
Smoky BBQ meets crispy waffle. Your taste buds won't recover.

6. Buttermilk Waffle

Crispy Buttermilk Waffles With Spiced Maple Syrup

Olive and Artisan
Classic buttermilk waffles with a maple-spiced upgrade.

7. 15 Minuten Waffles

Easy Homemade Waffles

Sumopocky
Crispy waffles in 15 minutes? Yes, please.

8. Banana Waffles

Banana and Walnut Waffles

Homemade and Wholesome
Banana bread and waffles had a baby—and added walnuts.

9. Potato Waffles

Waffle Iron Potato Latkes

Cooking with Tovia
Crispy potato latkes in waffle form? Game. Changer.

10. Waffle Tostada

Spiced Sweet Potato Waffle Tostada

Lemons and Basil
Spiced sweet potatoes on a waffle base—brunch with a twist.

11. Waffle Cake

Dark Chocolate Waffle Cake with Mascarpone Cream

Fool Proof Living
Layers of dark chocolate waffles + mascarpone = dessert dreams.

12. Apple Waffle

Apple Cinnamon Waffles

Jeanie and Lulu's Kitchen
Cinnamon-spiced waffles that taste like apple pie.

13. Zucchini Waffles

Zucchini and Blueberry Waffles

Homemade and Wholesome
Veggies, blueberries, and waffles—breakfast just got interesting.

14. Cornbread Waffles

Gluten-Free Savory Cornbread Waffles

Lemons and Basil
Savory, gluten-free, and begging for chili on top.

15. Southern Style Waffles

Southern Style Chicken and Waffles

Garlic & Zest
Crispy chicken + fluffy waffle = iconic comfort food.

16. Paleo Waffles

Fluffy Paleo Almond Waffles

Healthy Laura
Almond flour magic—fluffy, golden, and grain-free.

17. Carrot Cake Waffle

Carrot Cake Waffles

Jeanie and Lulu's Kitchen
Everything you love about carrot cake—now with syrup.

18. Dairy-Free Waffles

Dairy-Free Blueberry Waffle

Real Food with Sarah
Blueberry-loaded and totally dairy-free. Yes, they’re still fluffy.

19. Pumpkin Pie Waffles

Pumpkin Pie Waffles

Margaret's Dish
Pumpkin spice, but make it breakfast.

20. Strawberry Waffles

Strawberry Stuffed Waffles

Meiko and the Dish
Stuffed with fresh strawberries. Totally extra. Totally worth it.

21. Gluten-Free Waffles

Gluten-Free Pandan Waffles

ZaTaYaYummy
These pandan-scented beauties are light, crispy, and GF-friendly.

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