Description
Indulgent cake mix waffles bring sweet breakfast magic to your morning table. Crisp edges and fluffy centers promise a delightful start that will make weekend mornings deliciously memorable.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Mix
- 1 box cake mix (such as red velvet, devils food, strawberry, chocolate)
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
Cooking/Optional Ingredients
- Cooking spray or butter
- Powdered sugar (optional)
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Chocolate syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk cake mix ingredients together following package directions, creating a smooth, lump-free batter.
- Heat waffle iron to medium-high temperature, lightly coating griddle surfaces with non-stick cooking spray.
- Carefully ladle prepared cake batter into preheated waffle maker, ensuring even distribution across cooking surface.
- Close waffle iron and cook approximately 3-4 minutes until edges appear crisp and golden brown, avoiding overcrowding or overfilling.
- Gently remove waffles using a heat-resistant spatula, allowing them to rest briefly on a cooling rack to maintain crispness.
- Enhance presentation by artfully arranging toppings like fresh berries, whipped cream, chocolate shavings, toasted almonds, or vibrant sprinkles.
- Drizzle with complementary sauces such as warm caramel, rich chocolate ganache, or fruity compote for added indulgence.
- Serve immediately while waffles maintain optimal temperature and textural crunch, creating a delightful dessert experience.
Notes
- Experiment with different cake mix flavors like chocolate, vanilla, or red velvet to create unique waffle experiences.
- Grease the waffle iron thoroughly to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of delicate cake waffles.
- Add extra moisture by mixing in a tablespoon of sour cream or Greek yogurt to the cake batter for softer, more tender waffles.
- For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free cake mix and ensure your waffle maker is clean and free from gluten contamination.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg