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Crispy waffle sticks are great for kids who love to hold their food and dip it before eating. They are extra-delicious and surprisingly simple to make.
Whether you use a store-bought waffle mix or make your batter from scratch, these waffle sticks take little to no time to whip up.
Crispy Waffle Sticks
Crispy Waffle Sticks
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
10
minutesCooking time
10
minutesTotal time
20
minutesI love the authority hand-held foods give kids – especially those who feel a little anxious around meal times.
Ingredients
Whole wheat waffle batter (your favourite recipe or mix)
Cooking spray or melted butter (for greasing)
- For the caramel dip:
¼ cup peanut butter (creamy or natural)
2 tablespoons maple syrup
Directions
- Preheat and prepare: Preheat your waffle iron and lightly grease with cooking spray or butter.
- Cook the waffles: Pour batter into the waffle iron and cook until golden and crispy. Let cool slightly.
- Cut into sticks: Slice waffles into strips to create “sticks” for dipping.
- Make the caramel dip: In a small bowl, mix equal parts peanut butter and maple syrup until smooth. Adjust sweetness to taste.
- Serve: Serve warm waffle sticks with the caramel dip on the side.
Notes
- Cut waffles into fun shapes or serve them on skewers to make eating more exciting.
- Provide options like yogurt, honey, or chocolate sauce to add variety and flavor.
- Let kids help mix the batter or choose toppings to increase their interest.
- Add a hint of cinnamon, vanilla, or fruit to enhance the taste without overwhelming them.
- Serve waffle sticks alongside foods they already enjoy to make them more appealing.
5 Common Mistakes to Avoid
I find these waffle sticks incredibly easy to make. That’s said, these a few typical trip-ups faced when making them:
1. Not preheating the waffle iron: A cold waffle iron leads to soggy waffles instead of crisp ones. It needs to be shimmering hot before you add the batter.
2. Overloading the iron: Too much batter causes overflow and uneven cooking. Save yourself the mess and fuss!
3. Skipping the cooling step: Cutting hot waffles right away can make them fall apart. Let them set for a minute before slicing.
4. Using cold peanut butter: Cold peanut butter doesn’t mix well with maple syrup. Use room temperature for a smooth dip.
5. Not serving immediately: Waffle sticks lose crispiness if left sitting too long. Serve fresh for the best crunch!
How to make Homemade Waffle Batter
If you want to go all-out wholesome and preservative-free (and you have the time), make the batter from scratch:
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Ingredients
Make the batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, whisk the egg, milk, maple syrup, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just mixed.
More Dip Ideas
- Chocolate sauce: Melted chocolate or Nutella.
- Greek yogurt and honey: A creamy, slightly tangy option with natural sweetness.
- Berry compote: Warm, mashed berries with a touch of honey or maple syrup.
- Vanilla or chocolate pudding: A fun and smooth dipping option.
- Cream cheese dip: Mix cream cheese with a little powdered sugar and vanilla.
