{"id":1841577,"date":"2023-01-19T12:54:18","date_gmt":"2023-01-19T18:54:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?post_type=listicle&p=1841577"},"modified":"2025-03-27T07:13:44","modified_gmt":"2025-03-27T12:13:44","slug":"best-frozen-waffles","status":"publish","type":"listicle","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-frozen-waffles\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Frozen Waffle Brands that Passed Our Blind Taste Test"},"content":{"rendered":"[SINGLE_AFFILIATE_PRODUCT superlative=\"Best Whole Grain Waffles\" product_name=\"Annie's Organic Homestyle Waffles\" image=\"2014370\" pr_name=\"Kroger\" pr_url=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=131817X1598243&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kroger.com%2Fp%2Fannie-s-organic-homestyle-waffles%2F0001356212236%3F\" pr_display_text=\"Shop on Kroger\" \/]\r\n\r\nIn this test, our team sampled traditional waffles made with all-purpose flour as well as whole-grain options. These whole-grain waffles really took our team by surprise in a good way. Annie's Organic Homestyle Waffles<\/strong><\/a> were a favorite among our experts.\r\n\r\nIn addition to being packed with grains like rye, oats and whole wheat, we discovered other layers of flavor. \"You can taste the sugar and vanilla right away with this waffle,\" explains the Test Kitchen's Josh Rink<\/a>. This sentiment was echoed by our other testers, including Sarah Tramonte<\/a>: \"Tastes a bit of maple or cinnamon which would go really well with syrup.\"\r\n\r\nPair this top-notch flavor with a crispy exterior and delightfully fluffy interior crumb and you've got a frozen waffle that's so good you may even skip the waffle iron<\/a> on the weekend.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n[SINGLE_AFFILIATE_PRODUCT superlative=\"Best Basic Frozen Waffles\" product_name=\"Eggo Buttermilk Frozen Waffles\" image=\"2014371\" pr_name=\"Walmart\" pr_url=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=131817X1598243&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FEggo-Frozen-Waffles-Buttermilk-12-3-Oz-Box-Frozen%2F10891829\" pr_display_text=\"Shop on Walmart\" \/]\r\n\r\nCraving a simple and delicious frozen waffle to top with syrup or even fill with something savory like these egg breakfast sammies<\/a>? You can't beat classic Eggo Buttermilk Frozen Waffles<\/strong><\/a>,<\/strong> according to our Test Kitchen.\r\n\r\n\"These ones have a really nice crunch,\" says Maggie Knoebel<\/a> in the Test Kitchen.\r\n\r\nThe flavor of Eggo waffles is very mellow and would pair well topped with jam for a sweet breakfast or even layered up with ham and cheese to make these waffle Monte Cristo sandwiches<\/a>. Versatility like this is a major reason you should toss a box of this classic frozen waffle brand into your cart.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n[SINGLE_AFFILIATE_PRODUCT superlative=\"Best Mini Waffles\" product_name=\"365 by Whole Foods Market Organic Homestyle Mini Waffles\" image=\"2014369\" pr_name=\"Amazon\" pr_url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/365-Everyday-Value-Organic-Homestyle\/dp\/B074H7H8GT\/?tag=tohmke-20\" pr_display_text=\"Shop on Amazon\" \/]\r\n\r\nEverything is cuter in miniature. These mini desserts<\/a> and 365 by Whole Foods Market Organic Homestyle Mini Waffles<\/strong><\/a> are proof.\r\n\r\nBesides being pretty darn cute, these Whole Foods-exclusive frozen waffles also gained top marks for taste and texture.\r\n\r\n\"I love the crunch on the edges and the soft, chewy middle,\" says Maggie. That crispy outside is what's going to keep your maple syrup cradled in all the nooks and crannies as you dive into a plate of these on a weekday morning.\r\n\r\nAs for the flavor, our team loved the whole wheat flour in these organic waffles. It makes the minis feel hearty, though the splash of pear juice used as a sweetener keeps them from being too savory. Overall, these are minis that our team would pop in their toasters\u2014or use to make these ice cream waffle-wiches<\/a>.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n[SINGLE_AFFILIATE_PRODUCT superlative=\"Best Vegan Waffles\" product_name=\"Kashi Seven-Grain Waffles\" image=\"2014372\" pr_name=\"Fresh Direct\" pr_url=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=131817X1598243&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.freshdirect.com%2Fp%2Ffro_kashi_7grnwffle\" pr_display_text=\"Shop on Fresh Direct\" \/]\r\n\r\nOur team wasn't searching for vegan frozen waffles in this taste test. However, our pros were delighted to learn that one of the tastiest picks was also vegan (a win for our plant-based friends): Kashi Seven-Grain Waffles<\/strong><\/a>.\r\n\r\nFull disclosure: Our team wasn't totally sold on the appearance of these waffles. Whole grain flour blends can have a slightly gray cast\u2014especially flours like this one that use buckwheat. However, one bite and our team was wowed.\r\n\r\n\"The flavor and mouthfeel are surprisingly good!\" says Josh. On the outside, these waffles are crispy and light. Inside, the middle is delicate and soft.\r\n\r\nFlavor-wise, the seven grains of Kashi's flour blend gave this breakfast favorite a complex and hearty flavor. Our team also picked up notes of maple which means these are pretty tasty solo\u2014but even better when topped with homemade maple butter<\/a>.\r\n\r\n[dam-video dam-id=\"49501\"]\r\n

How We Tested Frozen Waffles<\/h2>\r\nThis taste test<\/a> was an easy one for our crew. Our kitchen pros rolled into\u00a0Taste Recipes<\/em> HQ and popped each brand into the toaster\u2014all on the same setting.\r\n\r\nEach waffle was tested solo (no syrup to interfere with the flavor or texture) and scored according to these categories.\r\n