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01of 16Multi-Grain WafflesView RecipeTraditional waffles are a butter-laden, high-carb indulgence, but they make the transition to good fats and smart carbs beautifully, yielding crisp, nutty-tasting waffles with all the sweet pleasure of the original. The batter can also be used for pancakes.
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Multi-Grain Waffles
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Traditional waffles are a butter-laden, high-carb indulgence, but they make the transition to good fats and smart carbs beautifully, yielding crisp, nutty-tasting waffles with all the sweet pleasure of the original. The batter can also be used for pancakes.
02of 16Yeasted WafflesOnce you taste the rich, tangy flavor that yeast adds to this whole-grain waffle recipe, you’ll never want to go back to plain waffles. With leftover batter–if you have any–you can have make-ahead weekday waffles hot off the iron in about the same amount of time it takes to toast frozen ones.
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Yeasted Waffles
Once you taste the rich, tangy flavor that yeast adds to this whole-grain waffle recipe, you’ll never want to go back to plain waffles. With leftover batter–if you have any–you can have make-ahead weekday waffles hot off the iron in about the same amount of time it takes to toast frozen ones.
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04of 16Strawberry-Ricotta Waffle SandwichView RecipeHere’s a sweet spin on a healthy breakfast-sandwich recipe. Other seasonal fruit, such as blueberries or sliced peaches, would be tasty toppers too.
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Strawberry-Ricotta Waffle Sandwich
Here’s a sweet spin on a healthy breakfast-sandwich recipe. Other seasonal fruit, such as blueberries or sliced peaches, would be tasty toppers too.
05of 16Vegan WafflesView RecipeJennifer CauseyThe mix of whole-wheat and all-purpose flour gives these vegan waffles structure and depth while flaxseed meal and soymilk stand in as alternatives to eggs and dairy. Served topped with fresh fruit and/or maple syrup.
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Vegan Waffles
Jennifer Causey
The mix of whole-wheat and all-purpose flour gives these vegan waffles structure and depth while flaxseed meal and soymilk stand in as alternatives to eggs and dairy. Served topped with fresh fruit and/or maple syrup.
06of 16Wild Rice Waffles with Chicken TendersView RecipeVictor ProtasioBecause these waffles reheat so well, you can skip feeling like a short-order cook—slinging them out one at a time—and prep them all ahead. Paired with chicken tenders you bread in advance and a sweet-and-spicy maple butter, you have a winning brunch, with minimal fuss.
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Wild Rice Waffles with Chicken Tenders
Victor Protasio
Because these waffles reheat so well, you can skip feeling like a short-order cook—slinging them out one at a time—and prep them all ahead. Paired with chicken tenders you bread in advance and a sweet-and-spicy maple butter, you have a winning brunch, with minimal fuss.
07of 16Blue Corn Waffles RancherosView RecipeEric WolfingerOne of the specialties at Hidden Kitchen in Cayucos, California, is the blue corn waffles. They’re served up in nine savory and sweet ways. The owners wouldn’t part with the recipe, but this homage to the rancheros-like “Cayucos Cowboy” is pretty tasty.
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Blue Corn Waffles Rancheros
Eric Wolfinger
One of the specialties at Hidden Kitchen in Cayucos, California, is the blue corn waffles. They’re served up in nine savory and sweet ways. The owners wouldn’t part with the recipe, but this homage to the rancheros-like “Cayucos Cowboy” is pretty tasty.
08of 16Gluten-Free Almond Flour WafflesView RecipeJennifer CauseyAlmond meal stands in for flour and adds texture and nutty flavor to this easy gluten-free waffle.
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Gluten-Free Almond Flour Waffles
Almond meal stands in for flour and adds texture and nutty flavor to this easy gluten-free waffle.
09of 16Strawberry Jam & Goat Cheese Waffle SandwichesView RecipeCarolyn HodgesFrozen waffles might not seem like much on their own, but filling them with a sweet and savory combo of jam and goat cheese takes them to a new level. Assemble and toast multiple sandwiches at once, then freeze them to heat-and-eat on demand. Look for high-protein frozen waffles to bump up the satiety factor.
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Strawberry Jam & Goat Cheese Waffle Sandwiches
Carolyn Hodges
Frozen waffles might not seem like much on their own, but filling them with a sweet and savory combo of jam and goat cheese takes them to a new level. Assemble and toast multiple sandwiches at once, then freeze them to heat-and-eat on demand. Look for high-protein frozen waffles to bump up the satiety factor.
10of 16Ham & Gruyère Hash Brown WafflesView RecipeThis healthy breakfast-for-dinner recipe skips stirring up a traditional batter and uses frozen hash browns to make crunchy waffles instead. Top the waffles with a little cultured butter and chives or a dollop of whole-grain mustard and serve with a big green salad. Keep the waffles warm in a 250°F oven between batches, if desired. You can use a 20-ounce bag of shredded fresh potatoes instead of the frozen ones–no need to squeeze them in Step 2.
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Ham & Gruyère Hash Brown Waffles
This healthy breakfast-for-dinner recipe skips stirring up a traditional batter and uses frozen hash browns to make crunchy waffles instead. Top the waffles with a little cultured butter and chives or a dollop of whole-grain mustard and serve with a big green salad. Keep the waffles warm in a 250°F oven between batches, if desired. You can use a 20-ounce bag of shredded fresh potatoes instead of the frozen ones–no need to squeeze them in Step 2.
11of 16Gingerbread Waffles with Caramelized SquashView RecipeBrittany ConerlyMakini Howell’s Plum empire in Seattle includes a fine-dining restaurant, salad-bar joint, dessert shop and food truck—to give people plenty of ways to try out plant-based eating. These aromatic waffles are a fall favorite at Plum Bistro.
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Gingerbread Waffles with Caramelized Squash
Brittany Conerly
Makini Howell’s Plum empire in Seattle includes a fine-dining restaurant, salad-bar joint, dessert shop and food truck—to give people plenty of ways to try out plant-based eating. These aromatic waffles are a fall favorite at Plum Bistro.
12of 16Cornmeal Waffles with Blueberry CompoteWaffles are back on the menu with a lightened-up version made with cornmeal and served with a sweet blueberry topping. It’s easy enough for the weekend, but special enough for entertaining.
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Cornmeal Waffles with Blueberry Compote
Waffles are back on the menu with a lightened-up version made with cornmeal and served with a sweet blueberry topping. It’s easy enough for the weekend, but special enough for entertaining.
13of 16Savory Waffles with Herb Gravy and Crispy Chicken TendersView RecipeWaffles aren’t just for breakfast anymore! This savory variation with crispy chicken and a delicious herb gravy is comfort food at its best.
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Savory Waffles with Herb Gravy and Crispy Chicken Tenders
Waffles aren’t just for breakfast anymore! This savory variation with crispy chicken and a delicious herb gravy is comfort food at its best.
14of 16Poppy Seed Oat Waffles with Citrus SyrupWho says you always need maple syrup on your waffles? These nutritious and satisfying poppy seed waffles–made with fiber-filled oats–are served with a fruity citrus syrup that cooks up in no time at all.
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Poppy Seed Oat Waffles with Citrus Syrup
Who says you always need maple syrup on your waffles? These nutritious and satisfying poppy seed waffles–made with fiber-filled oats–are served with a fruity citrus syrup that cooks up in no time at all.
15of 16Rhubarb Waffles with Rhubarb SauceThese light and crispy rhubarb waffles are made with whole-wheat flour and egg whites and topped with a sweet and tangy rhubarb sauce. If there’s any sauce left over, drizzle it on a scoop of frozen yogurt.
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Rhubarb Waffles with Rhubarb Sauce
These light and crispy rhubarb waffles are made with whole-wheat flour and egg whites and topped with a sweet and tangy rhubarb sauce. If there’s any sauce left over, drizzle it on a scoop of frozen yogurt.
16of 16EatingWell WafflesView RecipeThese healthy waffles are made from a blend of whole-wheat and regular flour plus nonfat buttermilk and canola oil. Top with fresh berries or sliced peaches and yogurt for a satisfying start to any day.
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EatingWell Waffles
These healthy waffles are made from a blend of whole-wheat and regular flour plus nonfat buttermilk and canola oil. Top with fresh berries or sliced peaches and yogurt for a satisfying start to any day.
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