Homemade Mini Waffles Recipe is made from scratch using mini waffle maker. Made without buttermilk, they have a light and crispy texture with a fluffy interior.
Anything mini is always adorable like the no bake mini cheesecakes. I love to make hot homemade breakfasts in the weekends - a tall stack of pancakes, oatmeal or Nutella stuffed french toast made in air fryer are always something my kids love to wake up to.
However, when cooking for one or two, a mini waffle iron is incredibly convenient. Dash mini waffle makers are compact, occupying minimal counter space, and come in a variety of shapes—from standard round to fun characters like Mickey Mouse or Star Wars—which kids especially love to eat and serve as a Mother's day brunch recipe idea.
Made without buttermilk or beaten egg whites, this mini waffles recipe uses simple pantry ingredients, making it accessible for anyone to prepare.
You might also enjoy trying chocolate waffles, which are a slight modification of this recipe.
How about brunch party? Set up a waffle bar with fun toppings and let your friends fix their own with whatever their heart desires, from healthy to decadent.
You can find more ideas from our collection of homemade waffle recipes. Some of my favorites include Belgian waffles or apple waffles.
Whether you’re a college student or someone who lives in a small apartment, this tiny iron is a cute addition to your kitchen or dorm.
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Why you'll love it?
- Small, cute and adorable fun size.
- Kid approved! Kids love all things mini.
- Fluffy and crispy texture like the oatmeal waffles.
- Basic pantry ingredients. There is no buttermilk!
- Make ahead and freeze for later.
Ingredients
Scroll down to the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and amounts.
- Flour – Using standard all-purpose flour provides the ideal structure for waffles. For a healthier variation, consider replacing half of the flour with almond flour.
- Leavener – 2 teaspoons of baking powder adds necessary lift to make them fluffy.
- Milk – Opt for whole or skim milk; however, I prefer to avoid fat-free options. I haven't tested non-dairy milks like almond milk or oat milk yet.
- Butter – Use unsalted butter; omit salt if using salted butter. For a healthier alternative, you can substitute melted coconut oil instead of butter.
- Egg - Eggs are essential for structure and binding; flax eggs are not suitable substitutes in this recipe.
How to make mini waffles?
You can find full printable recipe below, but here is a quick overview of the procedure along with step-by-step photos.
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💡 Batter consistency - A thick batter might not yield the crispiest mini waffles. Ensure the batter has a thick yet pourable consistency to achieve a light and fluffy texture with a crisp exterior.
Step 5 - Preheat your mini waffle maker. Pour approximately ¼ cup of batter for each waffle and cook until golden brown.
Waffle maker - I used the Dash mini waffle maker, which creates a perfect 4-inch round size, which is ideal for college dorms or tiny apartments. However, you can use any waffle iron you have.
How to serve mini waffles?
The mini waffles are best served warm for breakfast with a dab of softened salted butter, warm maple syrup and fresh berries. You can also make savory waffles, by topping them with air fryer chicken nuggets, scrambled eggs, sausage or bacon.
Create a waffle bar with a variety of toppings for a brunch party. You can customize them endlessly, from healthy options to decadent desserts.
To keep the waffles warm until serving time, preheat the oven to 200 degrees. Place the cooked waffles on a wire rack-lined baking sheet and keep them in the oven until ready to serve. This will allow heat to circulate around them and help maintain their crispness.
Topping ideas
- Basic - Softened salted butter and warm maple syrup.
- Fresh fruits - Sliced bananas and fresh berries.
- Chocolatey - Nutella, chocolate chips and whipped cream.
- Healthy - A drizzle of almond butter or peanut butter, sliced bananas and toasted almonds.
- Tropical - Use coconut oil instead of butter to make the Dash mini waffles, top with chopped fresh pineapple and shredded coconut.
- Dessert - Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, caramel walnuts, candied pecans, chocolate or salted caramel sauce.
- Birthday cake - Stir some rainbow sprinkles into the batter before cooking. Serve with sweetened whipped cream, chocolate sauce and maraschino cherry.
- With chicken dishes - Top with chicken nuggets or tenders, warm maple syrup and a dust of confectioners sugar for mini chicken and waffles.
- Asian - A scoop of black sesame ice cream, toasted sesame seeds and shredded coconut.
How to store?
Skip the frozen waffles from the store. I usually make a double batch or freeze any leftovers for a quick, homemade grab-and-go breakfast on busy mornings before the kids head to school.
To store, place cooled mini waffles in a ziplock bag and freeze for several weeks. When reheating, my preferred method is to toast one or two in a toaster until hot and crisp. They're perfect for quick weekday mornings before heading to school, college, or work.
Reheating methods
- In a toaster – Pop one or two frozen ones in a bread toaster for 1 to 2 minutes, until thawed and hot.
- Oven method – Place frozen waffles directly on the oven rack in a single layer in a preheated 275°F oven and bake until warmed through.
- In microwave – Microwave one or two for about a minute or until hot. However, this method tends to soften the waffles without crisping them up again.
Helpful tips
- Color – Cook until they achieve a deep golden brown for guaranteed crispiness! This typically takes 5-6 minutes in the Dash waffle maker.
- Don’t over mix – As with all baking recipes, over mixing will make them chewier.
- Milk – I prefer using whole milk for added richness.
- Almond Flour - Replace half the plain flour with almond flour for a healthier twist or make almond flour waffles using the linked recipe.
- Make it healthy - Use melted coconut oil instead of butter.
- Preheat the waffle iron - A hot waffle iron starts cooking the waffles immediately, ensuring the best texture.
- Grease the iron – This ensures they don't stick to the iron. I prefer to spray mine with non-stick cooking spray.
- Pancake batter will not work as a replacement.
FAQs
The cooking time depends on the type of waffle maker used. I used Dash brand and poured ¼ cup of batter for each waffle. This recipe yielded 8 to 10 waffles, each about 4 inches in size.
I apologize, but you'll need a waffle maker to prepare these. There are several models available online to fit different budgets. If you don't have a waffle iron, here are some delicious pancake recipes you can make on your stovetop instead: almond butter pancakes, eggless pancakes or oat flour pancakes.
Ensure you grease your iron thoroughly with a light coating of non-stick cooking spray before each batch. Also, verify that it is fully preheated before adding the batter.
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Mini Waffles Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
Dry ingredients
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar white / brown / coconut sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet ingredients
- 1 egg large
- ¾ cup milk whole or skim
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted and cooled to lukewarm
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Whisk all dry ingredients in a small bowl.
- Whisk all wet ingredients in a larger bowl and stir in the flour mixture, until just combined. Do not overmix!Tip: The batter should be thick yet pourable; add a bit more milk if it seems too thick.
- Grease hot waffle iron with cooking spray. Pour approximately ¼ cup of batter onto the waffle iron. Cook according to the manufacturer's instructions; typically, it takes 5 to 6 minutes per waffle.Tip: Cook until they achieve a deep golden brown for guaranteed crispiness!
Notes
Nutrition
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Shannon
I made these and they were delicious.
I ended up not cooking them all the way
done, then I put them in the toaster to crisp them up.
Thank you😊
Maria Doss
Glad you liked it hun - Maria
Devan
Hi all, this is a FABULOUS recipe! If you want waffles for 1-2 people I converted the recipe!
1/2 all purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp sugar
1 tsp baking powder
1/8 tsp salt
1 egg
1/4 cup + 6 tsp milk
4 1/2 tsp butter
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Thank you again for the perfect mini waffle recipe! I love it and enjoy it every Sunday!
Maria Doss
Aww... thank you for sharing the conversion - Maria❤️
LL
Thank you too! For this “one person” home. 🙂🙃
Maria Doss
That’s so great to hear – Maria ♡
Anne
They were very nice and tasty will definitely make them again I got 6 out of the recipe.
Maria Doss
That’s so great to hear, so glad you loved it - Maria ♡
Chelsey
Turns out perfect everytime. Makes just enough for the day and one day of leftovers for myself and toddler. They crisp right back up in the toaster. CRISPY waffles everytime. Thank you!
Maria Doss
That’s so great to hear, so glad you loved it - Maria ♡
Marissa L
Delicious!!!
Your page is horrible to navigate due to the adds but I understand you have to make money!!
The recipe was successful, I added some cinnamon and nutmeg absolutely delicious!
Maria Doss
Glad you loved the waffles and appreciate the feedback. We have dialed back on the ads and hopefully you find it better to navigate next time. Thanks, Maria
Caitlin
These were delicious! We added some chocolate chips in the batter right before baking and the kids loved it! Thanks for the recipe!!
Maria Doss
That’s so great to hear! So glad you love it – Maria ♡
Caroline
Good recipe but THIS IS THE WORST RECIPE PAGE I HAVE EVER BEEN ON. Like searching for a needle in a haystack trying to get the actual information!!!!!!!’
Maria Doss
Hi Caroline, We apologize for you unpleasant experience. You will find a "jump to recipe" button in the beginning of every page and it will take you directly to the recipe - Hope it helps, Maria
America
Super easy and tasty! I'd never made waffles before and they turned out great! I've made them multiple times and they are amazing every time 🙂
Maria Doss
That’s so great to hear! So glad you love it – Maria ♡
Louise
Delicious and so easy my eldest was delighted with how they came out
julia
I am 10 and it was the first time I made waffles by myself and I loved them.
Maria Doss
Hi Julia, Wow, that’s amazing! Cooking the waffles by yourself is such a cool achievement! Keep it going hun, Maria
Julia
I'm 10 and it was the first time I ever made waffles by myself and my family loved it.
Granny Dee Dee
That's awesome! Your family is lucky to have a chef like you!
Maria Doss
Absolutely!
Katie
I have made this recipe twice and love it! Only problem is it doesn’t make quite 9 waffles! Otherwise very tasty!
Maria Doss
That’s so great to hear, so glad you loved it - Maria ♡
Danny
Made these earlier for brunch and they were great, I added a little cinnamon too, and will defo make these again. Please could you add the metric measurements too? Thank you! 🙂