101 Awesome Waffle Toppings
Claudia has been writing recipes online for many years. She enjoys coming up with unique and tasty dishes, especially sweet treats.
There are few breakfast foods as well known as the simple waffle. They can be found on pretty much every restaurant breakfast menu and even on a few dinner ones too.
Waffles can be sweet or savory. If cooked properly, they have a crunchy outer crust and a light and fluffy inside. The really fun thing about waffles is that their nooks and crannies which get filled with all of the delicious toppings that get added.
There are lots of popular toppings like syrup that everyone knows about, but there are a lot of other toppings that taste really good even though people might not think so.
So here is a list of 101 waffle toppings, some popular, and some not so much. Some are sweet, some are savory and some are a little of both. There are surprises on this list, but all of them are pretty good.
Plain waffles are best with these toppings, but any flavor can be used.
If using a frozen waffle, make sure to toast it well so the outside is crunchy. If it's homemade, cook it thoroughly so it holds up well to anything. Enjoy!
Sweet Waffle Toppings
Topping | Notes | |
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1 | Ice Cream | Make it even more special with some whipped cream and hot fudge for a waffle sundae. |
2 | Peanut Butter | Crunchy or smooth, add one tablespoon. |
3 | Fresh Fruit | Any type of fresh fruit chopped into bite-sized pieces. Add whipped cream if desired. |
4 | Whipped Cream |
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5 | Chocolate Chips | Sprinkle a few on right after toasting. |
6 | Marshmallows | Put on the waffle when it's still warm and the marshmallows will start to get soft. |
7 | Peanut Butter and Jelly |
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8 | Syrup |
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9 | Butter | Spread a tablespoon of butter over the top of the waffle. |
10 | Powdered Sugar | Sprinkle on a light coating of the sugar. |
Topping | Notes | |
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11 | Frosting | Spread on a tablespoon of any type. |
12 | Peanut Butter and Banana | One to two tablespoons of peanut butter and 1/2 a banana sliced on top. |
13 | Honey | Drizzle honey all over the top. |
14 | Cinnamon Sugar and Butter | Mix cinnamon and sugar and sprinkle on top of a butter covered waffle. |
15 | Flavored Powdered Sugar Glaze | Stir powdered sugar with a little bit of water and flavoring and drizzle over waffle. |
16 | Chopped Candy Bars | Chop up a favorite candy bar and sprinkle some on top. |
17 | Maple Butter | Use one to two tablespoons on top. |
18 | Pie Filling | Spoon two to three tablespoons of pie filling on top. |
19 | Almond Butter | A nice substitute for people who can't eat peanut butter. |
20 | Pudding | Two to three tablespoons. |

There aren't too many waffle toppings that can beat a scoop of vanilla ice cream, whipped cream and chocolate sauce.
Glimmer Twin Fan
More Sweet Toppings
Topping | Notes | |
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21 | Yogurt | Two to three tablespoons on top. |
22 | Nutella | Two to three tablespoons of this chocolate hazelnut spread. |
23 | Lemon Curd | Two to three tablespoons on top. |
24 | Jam | Two to three tablespoons on top. |
25 | Fruit Coulis | This fruit sauce is a cross between jam and syrup and is made with fresh fruit. |
26 | Melted Candy Coating | Dip part of the waffle into candy coating, wait for it to set. |
27 | Vanilla Sauce | Pour two to three tablespoons on top. |
28 | Caramel | Pour two to three tablespoons on top. |
29 | Fruit Salsa | Two to three tablespoons on top. |
30 | Hot Fudge Sauce | One to two tablespoons on top. |
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Topping | Notes | |
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31 | Bananas Foster | Prepare the banana fosters and then put them on a waffle. |
32 | Chopped Nuts | Sprinkle chopped nuts on top of the toasted waffle. |
33 | Streusel | Mix together some oats, brown sugar and cinnamon for a quick streusel topping. |
34 | Fruit Compote | Put 2 - 3 tablespoons of compote on top. |
35 | S'mores | Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs, add melted chocolate and marshmallow fluff. |
36 | Apple Butter | Spread 2 - 3 tablespoons on top of waffle. |

Leftover taco meat and some cheese on top of a toasted waffle makes a perfect lunch!
Glimmer Twin Fan
Savory Waffle Toppings
Topping | Notes | |
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37 | Pizza | Add pizza sauce, pepperoni and cheese and place under broiler until cheese is melted. |
38 | Cheese | Add cheese of your choice. |
39 | Turkey & Cheese | Layer turkey and cheese and place under the broiler until cheese is melted. |
40 | Fried Chicken | Chop up some fried chicken and sprinkle on top. |
41 | Avocado | Add thin slices of avocado. |
42 | Scrambled Eggs | Scramble some eggs and top waffle. |
43 | Taco Meat | Add taco meat and some cheese, lettuce and tomato. |
44 | Sausage and Peppers |
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45 | Bacon and Eggs | Layer cooked bacon and eggs cooked any way on top. |
46 | Salsa | One to two tablespoons on top. |
Topping | Notes | |
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47 | Cream Cheese | One to two tablespoons on top. |
48 | Cream Cheese and Lox | Spread a couple tablespoons of cream cheese on the waffle and top with slices of lox and onion. |
49 | Tuna Salad | Place some lettuce leaves on the waffle then add a scoop of tuna salad. |
50 | Macaroni & Cheese | Top with one scoop of the mac & cheese. |
51 | Sauteed Mushrooms | Saute mushrooms in butter and garlic until tender. |
52 | Refried Beans | Spread 2 - 3 tablespoons of beans over waffle. |
53 | Crab Salad | Place some lettuce leaves on the waffle then add a scoop of crab salad. |
54 | Chicken Salad | Place some lettuce leaves on the waffle then add a scoop of chicken salad. |
55 | Caramelized Onions and Cheese | Save some of the onions that were made for french onion soup and try them on a waffle. Melt some cheese on top. |
56 | Waffles Benedict | A slice of Canadian bacon, a poached egg and top with hollandaise. |
Topping | Notes | |
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57 | Pork Barbecue |
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58 | Reuben | Thousand Island dressing, sliced corned beef, sauerkraut and some swiss cheese, then under the broiler until cheese is bubbly. |
59 | Shrimp Salad | Lettuce and a dollop of shrimp salad. |
60 | Pesto | One to two tablespoons on top. |
61 | Baked Beans |
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62 | Sauteed Spinach | Saute some spinach in a little butter and give a squeeze of lemon. |
63 | Dahl | A delicious Indian condiment made from lentils and spices. |
64 | Chopped Liver | Spread 2 - 3 tablespoons on top. |
65 | Nacho Cheese |
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66 | Pate | Good with sliced cornichon pickles too. |
Topping | Notes | |
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67 | Marinated Feta and Olives | Chop up some of this mixture for a nice salty topping. |
68 | Bruschetta | Chop tomato, onion and basil and add balsamic vinegar. |
69 | Olive Tapenade | Spread 2 - 3 tablespoons on top. |
70 | Bechamel Sauce |
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71 | Honey Mustard |
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72 | Mint Chutney | An Indian condiment. |
73 | Raita Sauce | An Indian cucumber sauce. |
74 | Mango Chutney | A savory fruit spread. |
75 | Pickled Onions |
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76 | Garlic Aoili |
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More Savory Toppings
Topping | Notes | |
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77 | Roasted Garlic | Roast an entire garlic bulb and spread the garlic on the waffle. |
78 | Giardiniera | A mixture of pickled vegetables that can mild or spicy. |
79 | Hummus | Spread 2 - 3 tablespoons of this chickpea spread on top. |
80 | Sweet Chili Sauce |
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81 | Pimento Cheese |
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82 | Beer Cheese Spread |
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83 | Egg Salad | Place some lettuce leaves on the waffle then add a scoop of egg salad. |
84 | Watercress Sandwich | Slice a hard-boiled egg, add some watercress and a little bit of mayonnaise. |
85 | Chili | Spoon some leftover chili onto a waffle and add some cheese. |
86 | Blue Cheese Crumbles |
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Topping | Notes | |
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87 | Cucumbers | Slice some fresh cucumbers on top. |
88 | Marinated Sun-dried Tomatoes | Chop up some sun-dried tomatoes marinated in oil and spread on top of waffle. |
89 | Marinated Artichokes | Chop up some artichokes marinated in oil and spread on top of waffle. |
90 | Meat Sauce | Spoon leftover meat sauce on top. |
91 | Thanksgiving Leftovers | Sliced turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing and gravy. |
92 | Flavored Butters |
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93 | BLT | Crispy bacon, lettuce, tomatoes and a little bit of mayonnaise. |
94 | Sloppy Joes | Spoon some sloppy joe filling on top. |
95 | Ceasar Salad |
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96 | Smoked Fish Spreads | Spread 2 - 3 tablespoons of fish spread on waffles. |
Topping | Notes | |
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97 | Garlic Cheese Spread |
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98 | Goat Cheese and Dried Cranberries | Sprinkle the ingredients on top and then drizzle a little bit of olive oil on top. |
99 | Roast Beef and Gravy | Add sliced roast beef covered in gravy on top of a waffle. |
100 | Pico de Gallo and Guacamole | A spoon of each with some cilantro sprigs on top. |
101 | Monte Cristo | Mayonnaise, mustard and ham slices topped with gruyere cheese and put under the broiler until cheese is melted. |
I'd love to know what you think!
Give Some a Try and Let Me Know What You Think!
When I was just out of college and in my own apartment I lived off of frozen waffles because they were budget friendly. I got pretty creative with the toppings so I've tried most of these.
Some are better than others, but they are all tasty.
© 2015 Claudia Mitchell