Last October, I made these Halloween waffles for my niece before trick-or-treating. She gasped when she saw the bright candy corn colors and dipped chocolate tips. Breakfast instantly felt like a party. That’s the magic of these waffles—simple ingredients, but pure Halloween fun.
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Why You’ll Love These Halloween Waffles
These waffles bring candy corn to your plate. They’re fluffy, sweet, and dipped in white chocolate. Kids love the colors, adults love the nostalgia.
When I served them alongside my Halloween Monster Face Smoothies, the table looked like a spooky breakfast buffet. It felt like Halloween morning should—bright, silly, and just a little messy.
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Halloween Waffles – Fun & Festive Breakfast for Spooky Season 🎃
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 5 waffles (20 wedges) 1x
- Category: Breakfast; Halloween
- Method: Waffle Iron
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Fluffy Halloween waffles styled like candy corn. Bright layers, white-chocolate dip, and kid-friendly fun. Simple steps. Party vibes for a cozy October morning.
Ingredients
1 ¾ cups buttermilk pancake mix (spooned and leveled)
½ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg, separated
1 ¼ cup half and half
3 tbsp salted butter, melted
Orange gel food coloring
Yellow gel food coloring
6–8 oz melting white chocolate wafers
Maple syrup (optional)
Optional: whipped cream, candy eyes, sprinkles, chocolate drizzle
Instructions
1. Preheat waffle iron to medium and grease lightly.
2. Whisk pancake mix and sugar in a large bowl.
3. Beat egg white to soft peaks (2–4 minutes).
4. Whisk egg yolk, half and half, and melted butter into dry mix until smooth.
5. Fold in whipped egg white gently.
6. Divide batter into two bowls; tint one orange and the other yellow.
7. Pour ~¼ cup orange batter in center of iron; add ~⅓ cup yellow around it.
8. Cook 3–5 minutes, until set and lightly golden.
9. Cut waffle into 4 wedges for candy-corn shape.
10. Melt white chocolate; dip pointed ends and let set on parchment.
11. Serve plain or with maple syrup; add candy eyes or drizzle if you like.
Notes
Make-ahead: Cool on a rack; refrigerate 3 days or freeze up to 2 months. Reheat in toaster.
Color tips: Gel colors keep batter thick and vibrant.
Allergy swaps: Use gluten-free pancake mix; use dairy-free milk and vegan butter for dairy-free.
Serving idea: Pair with fun Halloween drinks like Monster Face Smoothies (ketoatmeal.com/halloween-monster-face-smoothies-recipe/).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wedges
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 380
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 45
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1 ¾ cups buttermilk pancake mix
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 egg, separated
- 1 ¼ cup half and half
- 3 tbsp salted butter, melted
- Orange food coloring
- Yellow food coloring
- White chocolate melting wafers
- Maple syrup (optional)
Optional toppings: whipped cream ghosts, candy eyes, sprinkles, chocolate drizzle.
Ingredient Notes
I once ran out of waffle mix and used pancake mix—it worked perfectly. Gel food coloring is best because it keeps colors bold. For a dairy-free version, I’ve swapped almond milk and vegan butter, and no one noticed.
I’ve also made a gluten-free batch to go with a bubbling Halloween Pot Pie. Both disappeared fast.
How to Make Halloween Waffles
- Heat waffle iron on medium and grease.
- Mix pancake mix and sugar in a large bowl.
- Beat egg white until soft peaks form (2–4 minutes).
- Whisk egg yolk, half and half, and butter into dry mix.
- Fold in egg white gently.
- Divide batter into two bowls. Tint one orange, the other yellow.
- Pour ¼ cup orange batter in center of waffle iron. Add ⅓ cup yellow around it.
- Cook 3–5 minutes, or until golden.
- Cut into four wedges.
- Dip pointed ends in melted white chocolate. Let harden.
I made these for a late-night movie marathon with my husband. We paired them with Cheesy Pizza Skulls—sweet for breakfast, savory for dinner. The waffles looked so festive, even our friends asked for the recipe.
Decorating Ideas
Add candy eyes to make monster waffles. Drizzle with chocolate to create spiderwebs. Or stack them high with whipped cream ghosts. The best part? Kids can decorate their own plate like a Halloween art project.
Tips for Succes
- Keep waffles crisp by cooling them on a wire rack.
- Use gel food coloring for brighter shades.
- Freeze extras for busy school mornings.
- Let kids dip their own chocolate tips for fun.
Last year, my nephew dunked his whole waffle into the chocolate bowl. Messy, yes—but his laughter made cleanup worth it.
Storage & Make-Ahead Info
Store waffles in the fridge for three days. Freeze in layers with parchment between. Reheat in the toaster for crisp edges.
I froze a batch the night before Halloween and reheated them in minutes. They tasted just as good as fresh.
FAQ – Halloween Waffle Troubleshooting
Q: Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, refrigerate or freeze, then reheat in a toaster.
Q: Do I need food coloring?
No, but gel coloring gives the candy corn look.
Q: Can I make them gluten-free or dairy-free?
Yes! Swap in your favorite GF mix or dairy-free milk and butter.
I tried a dairy-free version once for a friend—still fluffy, still festive.
Final Touches for Your Halloween Morning
Serve these waffles with Halloween Monster Face Smoothies for breakfast, then save Cheesy Pizza Skulls and Halloween Pot Pie for later in the day.
That’s what I did last Halloween. Breakfast, snacks, and dinner all tied together with the same playful, spooky theme. My kitchen became a little haunted café, and it felt perfect.