Cake mix waffles are a family breakfast favorite! Slightly sweet and only 4 ingredients needed. This recipe can be easily customized.
There are so many delicious ways to use cake mix like cake mix cookie bars , banana bread and brownies.
Waffles are always something we love to make on the weekend. We usually serve them with a little butter and of course syrup and then let the kids add any extras like whipped cream and sprinkles or diced fruit.
My husband is usually our waffle maker and he is the one that told me about making them with cake mix. We ran out of waffle mix so he decided to try using the cake mix we had in our pantry. We loved how they turned out! Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside and a hint of sweetness.
Why this recipe works
- Cake mix is the perfect ingredient to make this recipe super easy.
- Make this recipe your own with different add-ins and toppings.
- Crispy on the outside, soft and tender on the inside.
Ingredients needed
Cake mix – Use your favorite flavor, this recipe calls for yellow.
Eggs, Oil, Water – These are the ingredients you will find listed on the back of cake mix box.
How to make cake mix waffles
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- Prepare: Preheat waffle iron and spray with non-stick cooking spray.
- Mix: Stir together cake mix, eggs, water and oil in a large bowl. Mix until combined.
- Cook: Pour batter on waffle iron and close the top. Cook for iron’s recommended time.
- Serve: Serve warm plain or with your favorite toppings like butter and syrup.
Variations
There are many ways to change up these waffles but using add-ins or toppings. Here are a few variation suggestions.
- Cake mix: This recipe uses yellow, but feel free to use your favorite cake mix flavor like chocolate, red velvet, white, strawberry and spice.
- Fruit: Try adding fruit to the batter like blueberries, diced banana or diced strawberries. Avoid watery fruit like watermelon and cantaloupe.
- Candy: We enjoy adding a cup of mini chocolate chips, white chocolate chips or peanut butter chips. You could also add sprinkles.
- Nuts: Mix in some chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for a crunchy texture.
Recipe tips and how to store
- Don’t overfill the waffle iron or the batter will spill out once you close the lid.
- Have leftover batter? Use to make mini cupcakes or muffins.
- Try topping with cinnamon butter for extra flavor.
- When making them, don’t stack while you are waiting, keep on a baking rack or on a baking sheet in a 200 degree oven until ready to serve.
- Store: To store, place in airtight bag or container and keep in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Freeze: To freeze, I like to let waffles completely cool and then place on baking sheet in the freezer until they freeze. Place them in freezer safe bags and store for up to 2 months.
- Reheat: Let them thaw. Reheat in the oven on 300 for about 10 minutes.
What waffle iron should I use?
I use this round Cuisinart but also enjoy Belgian style waffle maker.
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Cake Mix Waffles
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix or another flavor
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup water
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat waffle iron.
- In a large bowl, mix together cake mix, eggs, water and oil.
- Spray waffle iron with non-stick spray. Add batter to iron.
- Cook according to waffle iron directions.
Cerah
These are FANTASTIC with chocolate chips in them (I did red velvet and white chocolate) and even though they’re really good fresh, I actually think they’re better cold!
Natalie
This is fantastic idea! So easy, and sounds delicious. I will definitely make this for my kids.
Bethel
I really have no idea about baking or cooking but you made it so easy to do
Swathi
Wonderful idea, I am going to give it a try my kids will love, I have cakemix in my hand. perfect breakfast.
Lizzie Lau
I’m having one of those why didn’t I think of that moments! We have some cake mix leftover from making birthday cake truffles. I can’t wait to try this.
Monica Y
I think we are going to be making these for breakfast this weekend, they look delicious
Melissa Dixon
Oh man that sounds great. You have me drooling, I need to make these this weekend. Thanks for sharing!
Melissa Jacobs
You’ve found the way to my heart. I love recipes with 5 or less ingredients!
Catalina
I love waffles and I was looking for a recipe to make them at home. I will try yours!
Tasheena
I’ve never tried using cake mix to make waffles. Looking to trying this recipe.
Bo lupe
These look yummy and I’m glad you can make them with cake mix. Thanks for adding the links to the other easy to make breakfast recipes.
Amber Myers
I am so excited to make these for breakfast. These look so good. I’ve never tried waffles this way.
Crystal Carder
These look delicious! I’ve always heard you can use cake mix, but now I will have to try it!
Jennifer Van Haitsma
These look amazing and I am definitely going to try this. I’m feeling funfetti cake with strawberries and whipped cream!