You may not know it, but today's National Waffle Day! Hooray! We'll take any excuse to luxuriate over a lazy weekend breakfast with these soul-satisfying treats. In celebration of the holiday (no matter how nonmainstream it may be . . . ), we've found 10 delectable ways to whip up a batch of waffles for your kids. From the classic to the creative (tie-dye waffles, anyone?!), there's something to satisfy every palette.
Chocolate Chip Waffles
Is it a cookie in waffle form, or a waffle that's inspired by a cookie? However you look at it, Cooking Light's Chocolate Chip Waffles [1] are finger-lickin' good!
Waffle Sticks
The perfect-sized sticks for little hands, Baby Cakes's Waffle Stick Maker [3] ($25) makes breakfast or snack time prep ultra-easy.
Martha Stewart's Buttermilk Waffles
There's nothing like a classic, and we're inclined to believe that Martha Stewart [4]'s recipe for good old-fashioned Buttermilk Waffles [5] is the best there is.
Buckwheat Waffles
If your kids are gluten intolerant [7] (or, if you're just trying to eat healthy), these vegan, gluten-free buckwheat waffles [8] are the way to go!
PB&J Waffle Sandwich
Make 'em for breakfast or make 'em for lunch — anyway you slice it, PB&J Waffle Sandwiches [9] are sure to delight little appetites.
Chicken and Waffle Cupcakes
A little bit country, a little bit gourmet, a dollop of maple syrup frosting is the finishing touch on these sweet and savory Chicken and Waffle Cupcakes [11].
Cinnamon Waffle Snack Mix
Never thought of adding waffles to your favorite snack mix? Reconsider the possibility, as B-Inspired Mama did for this cinnamon-y delicious grab-and-go snack [13].
Rainbow Tie-Dye Waffles
Start the day off on a bright note with these magical rainbow waffles [15] — best served with a side of Lucky Charms!
Snickerdoodle Waffles
Sugar and cinnamon and everything nice! These Snickerdoodle Waffles [17] are impossible for your little sweet tooth to resist.
Waffle Iron Pizza
Kids and parents alike are sure to get a kick out of ooey, gooey Waffle Iron Pizza [19]. Customize it with pepperoni, veggies, or whatever else suits your fancy!