Waffle Wednesday | Themed Dinner Ideas Your Family will Love!
Who says dinner has to be serious? With a little bit of planning, you can turn any old weeknight dinner into a fun-filled event the whole family will love. Meal planning is made so much easier when you use themed dinner ideas.
And what better way to spice up dinner than with a themed night? That’s why I’m sharing with you 46 different ideas to make each week for Waffle Wednesday!
Tired of coming up with new ideas for your weekly family dinners? A themed dinner is the perfect solution! Family-themed dinners are a fun way to mix up your weekly routine and they make meal planning so much easier.
Waffles aren’t just for breakfast anymore. With a little bit of creativity, you can turn this humble breakfast food into a delicious dinner. From savory to sweet, there’s something for everyone on this list.
Keep reading for some fun and easy ideas for your next Waffle Wednesday. Let’s break out the waffle iron for a year’s worth of deliciousness.
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6 Waffle Wednesday Dinner Ideas
Waffle Night Idea #1: Breakfast for Dinner
Who says waffles are just for breakfast? Start your Waffle Night off with a bang by serving up some breakfast for dinner. Add some fried eggs, bacon, and fruit on the side for a complete meal.
Waffle Night Idea #2: Waffles & Chicken
This classic comfort food combination is sure to please everyone at the table. Serve it up with mashed potatoes and gravy for a real treat. You can even get creative with your toppings and try out different sauces or spices.
Waffle Night Idea #3: Waffles & Ice Cream
For a delicious dessert that’s sure to please, top your waffles with some ice cream and your favorite toppings. Chocolate sauce, sprinkles, and whipped cream all make great additions. Plus, this one is easy enough that the kids can help out.
Waffle Night Idea #4: Waffle Bar & Toppings Bar
One of the easiest ways to please everyone at the table is to set up a waffle toppings bar. Put out a selection of different toppings and let everyone customize their own waffle. Some topping ideas include:
- Fresh or frozen berries
- bananas
- sliced peaches
- Syrup
- peanut butter
- apple sauce
- Chocolate chips
- Whipped cream
- Sprinkles
- Chopped nuts
The possibilities are endless! Set out all of your toppings in separate bowls and let everyone create their own masterpieces.
Waffle Night Idea #5: Waffle Sliders
Waffle sliders are a fun and easy way to mix up your weekly burger night. Start by cooking up some beef patties or chicken breasts. While those are cooking, whip up a batch of your favorite waffles. Once the meat is cooked to perfection, place it on top of a waffle and add your favorite toppings. These little sliders are sure to be a hit with the whole family! And cleanup is a breeze since there’s only one pan to wash. Win-win!
Waffle Night Idea #6: Waffle Pizzas
Another great way to mix things up on Waffle Wednesday is by making waffle pizzas. Start by spreading some pizza sauce on top of your waffles (can totally use frozen waffles for this), then add whatever toppings you like.
Cheese, pepperoni, sausage, vegetables…the sky’s the limit! Bake in the oven at 350 degrees for 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
These personal pizzas are perfect for picky eaters because everyone can customize their own. Plus, they’re so much fun to make! The kids will love helping you top these pizzas with their favorite ingredients.
40 Waffle Recipes for Waffle Wednesday
If you’re looking for a new and delicious way to serve waffles, you’ll love these recipes. Waffles make a great base for savory toppings, and they’re perfect for using up leftover ingredients. Plus, they’re easy to make and can be on the table in just minutes. Whether you’re serving them for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, these recipes will definitely hit the spot.
Churro Waffles with Peaches & Cream
These decadent churro waffles aren’t your average waffles. They start with a basic waffle that is deep-fried, then dusted in cinnamon sugar, and generously topped with fresh peaches & cream.
Crispy Waffles with Blood Orange Glaze
Light, fluffy and perfectly crisp around the edges, these Easy Crispy Waffles with Blood Orange Glaze are delicious for breakfast, brunch, dinner, or even dessert and make the perfect Mother’s Day Brunch surprise!
Cinnamon Roll Waffles w/ Cream Cheese Icing - Low Carb THM S
Pumpkin Churro Waffles
These Pumpkin Churro Waffles are crisp on the outside and creamy on the inside, almost soufflé-like. They’re coated with spiced sugar and drizzled with a spiced cream cheese glaze.
Green Chile Cheese Waffles
Green Chile Cheese Waffles are a savory New Mexican treat. Cornbread Waffles topped with delicious bacon and green chile queso. So good!
Blueberry Waffles
Chocolate Banana Waffles
Made with wholesome ingredients and without added sugars, these healthy waffles are super simple and taste amazing.
Banana Bread Waffles
Buttermilk Cornbread Waffles
Cornmeal adds a bit of crunch and rich golden color to these sweet Buttermilk Cornbread Waffles. Top them with Maple Honey Cinnamon Butter, maple syrup and fresh berries for an award winning breakfast!
Waffle Ice Cream Sandwich
Red Velvet Waffle Recipe
Overnight Waffles with Buttery Maple Nectarine (or Peach) Topping
Prepare this waffle batter the night before and just finish and cook the next morning for a wonderfully easy and delicious breakfast or dinner!
Brown Butter Waffles with Cinnamon Apples
Brown Butter Waffles with Cinnamon Apples are brown butter-infused and topped with apples simmered in a blend of cinnamon, sugar, butter, and vanilla. This is definitely a step up from your standard waffles. Elevate your meal with a sweet and savory stack of Brown Butter Waffles with Cinnamon Apples.
German Waffles Recipe (Delicious Sweet Waffles)
These sweet German Waffles are perfect for a weekend breakfast, brunch or even dessert. Made with simple ingredients and super delicious!
Black Bean and Corn Waffles
Light and fluffy waffles filled with fresh corn, black beans and plenty of Latin spice! If you love a sweet and savory flavor combo, this recipe is for you!
Waffle Iron Banana Stuffed French Toast
Why not try this simple yet elegant breakfast of Waffle Iron French Toast topped with Nutella, pecans and strawberries. Your family will be glad you did!
Pineapple Mac Nut Waffles
Healthy Pumpkin Waffles
Protein Waffles
Fluffy Protein Waffles made with plant based protein powder, Greek yogurt, oat flour, and no added sugar. With only 5 ingredients this recipe is easy, delicious and perfect for healthy breakfast meal prep!
Zucchini Waffles - A Delicious, Easy And Healthy Breakfast Waffles Recipe
Learn how to make these incredible zucchini waffles. A healthier alternative to processed waffles, these tasty waffles take less than an hour to make.
The Best Overnight Belgian Waffle Recipe
This Belgian waffle recipe, leavened with yeast makes homemade Belgian waffles that are crispy on the outside with a light and fluffy interior.
Dairy-Free Lemon Poppy Seed Waffles
Dairy-Free Lemon Poppy Seed Waffles – try these for your next weekend breakfast or brunch. Lemon and poppy seeds are always a great combination and they’re perfect for those with milk allergies.
Chocolate Waffles with Vanilla Swirl
This Chocolate Waffles Recipe with Swirled Vanilla Batter baked right in is easy to make and sure to impress!
Easy Vegan Waffles
Light fluffy golden waffles made with all vegan ingredients. A simply scrumptious way to start or end your day!
Gluten-Free Vegan Waffles with Spiced Raspberry Compote
These gluten-free vegan waffles are fluffy and delicious. Served with a spiced raspberry compote, these allergen friendly waffles feel fancy enough to serve on a special occasion but are easy enough to make on an ordinary morning.
Almond Flour Waffles
These light, crisp, and flavorful Almond Flour Waffles are perfect for Sunday mornings or healthy breakfast ideas on the run. Easy recipe is naturally gluten free, oil free, and dairy free plus contains no refined sugars!
High Protein Chickpea Waffles (Vegan & Gluten-Free)
These high protein waffles; made from chickpea flour, are everything you want and need in a vegan gluten-free waffle. These homemade waffles are moist, fluffy, delicious and simple to make. They can be enjoyed right away or frozen for later.
Healthy Waffle Recipe
How to make a Healthy Waffle Recipe with nutritious ingredients. Wholesome whole wheat flour with no refined sugar for healthy breakfast ideas that can be made ahead and toasted from frozen for busy mornings!
Cake Mix Waffles
Use cake mix for your batter to make the most deliciously sweet waffles. Think of all the flavor possibilities!
Quick Sourdough Discard Waffles
Shaggy Mane Mushroom Waffles
These scrumptious and savory Shaggy Mane Mushroom Waffles have a whopping 17 grams of protein per serving! They're crispy and light and can be enjoyed on the go.
Flourless Oat Waffles (In a Blender)
These flourless oat waffles feature a crispy exterior, fluffy interior and are made entirely in a blender! The addition of cinnamon and maple syrup gives the batter a cozy touch that is perfect for lazy weekends and busy weekdays alike.
Healthy Banana Waffles
Banana Waffles are light, fluffy and packed with whole grain oat flour and the flavors of banana and warm cinnamon. They're dairy and gluten-free for a healthy meal prep breakfast!
Belgian Waffle Recipe — Best Ever Waffle Recipe
You will love these delicious Belgian waffles! Made with just a few ingredients, this is a perfect dish to serve for breakfast or brunch.
Banana Waffles
These soft and fluffy banana waffles are a delicious way to use over ripe bananas. They can easily be made sugar free too.
Healthy Sweet Potato Waffles (GF)
Healthy Sweet Potato Waffles are light and fluffy, with the flavors of sweet potato, warm cinnamon and the heartiness of oat flour. They're a gluten free breakfast or dinner that's freezer friendly and great for meal prep!
Chocolate Belgian Waffles Recipe
These chocolate Belgian waffles are not only easy but are the perfect alternative to a regular waffle!
What to Serve with Waffles for Waffle Wednesday Dinner?
There are so many great options for what to serve with your waffles on Waffle Wednesday. If you’re looking for something sweet, fruit is always a great option. Or, if you prefer something savory, bacon or sausage would be delicious. And of course, don’t forget the syrup!
Here are 10 Ideas for side dishes that pair well with any sweet waffle dinner:
- maple syrup
- bacon or sausage
- eggs
- fresh fruit
- chocolate chips
- whipped cream
- hash browns
- cheese
- peanut butter
- apple sauce
And if you’re serving a savory waffle recipe these 14 sides would be perfect:
- asparagus
- fresh oranges
- tomatoes
- baked beans
- corn
- green salad
- dill pickles
- chicken fingers
- french fries
- hash browns
- mashed potatoes and gravy
- sausage or bacon
- roasted Brussels sprouts
- spring mix salad
Theme Day Menus: Waffle Wednesday
Let’s put it all together. I’ll show you how I would create menus based on the themed dinner ideas I’ve shared above.
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8 Themed Menu Plans
Several of the main dish recipes above would stand very well on their own without the need for side dishes. However, good side dishes always round out a meal and even help feed a large family – or crowd.
Themed Dinner Idea #1
- Churro Waffles with Peaches & Cream
- poached eggs
- bacon
Themed Dinner Idea #2
- Green Chile Cheese Waffles
- scrambled eggs
- hash browns with onions and peppers
Themed Dinner Idea #3
- Blueberry Waffles
- mandarin oranges
- fried eggs
- sausage
Themed Dinner Idea #4
- “Secret Ingredient” Carrot Cake Waffles
- fresh fruit salad
- nuts or peanut butter
- whipped cream
- maple syrup
Themed Dinner Idea #5
- Buttermilk Cornbread Waffles
- maple syrup
- fresh berries
- fried eggs
- bacon
Themed Dinner Idea #6
- Black Bean and Corn Waffles
- sweet potato fries
- fried eggs
- shredded cheese
- sliced avocado
Themed Dinner Idea #7
- Shaggy Mane Mushroom Waffles
- fried eggs
- shredded cheese
- roasted Brussels sprouts
- orange slices
Themed Dinner Idea #8
- Healthy Banana Waffles
- sliced bananas and strawberries
- peanut butter
- walnuts
- apple sauce
- scrambled eggs
- sausage
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Conclusion
With a little bit of creativity, you can turn waffles into a delicious dinner that the whole family will love! Whether you’re feeling adventurous or sticking to classic comfort foods, there’s sure to be a recipe here that will please everyone. So fire up the waffle iron and get cooking!
There you have it! 46 different ways to make Waffle Night even more special. I hope you enjoy trying out these ideas and that they help make your weekly meal planning a little bit easier. Happy cooking!
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