Belgian Waffle with whipped cream

Belgian Waffle with whipped cream recipe videos

A Belgian waffle with whipped cream is a beloved breakfast or dessert dish featuring a light, airy, and deeply grid-patterned waffle, often served with a generous dollop of fresh whipped cream. The waffle itself is typically made from a yeast-leavened batter, giving it a crisp exterior and a fluffy interior, and it originates from Belgium, where waffles are a point of national pride.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from the refined flour in the waffle and the cream. A single serving can provide a quick source of energy and some calcium, but it typically contains around 400-600 calories, depending on size and toppings.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	8 g
Carbs	55 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	20 g
Sodium	400 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Iron	3 mg
Potassium	150 mg
Phosphorus	180 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg RAE
Vitamin D	0.5 mcg
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)	0.3 mg
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)	0.2 mg

Per 1 waffle (approx. 175 g) with whipped cream (approx. 30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Belgian waffles are a celebrated street food and café staple in Belgium, often enjoyed plain or with simple toppings like powdered sugar, rather than the syrup-heavy versions common elsewhere. Nutritionally, the whipped cream adds a light, airy texture and a dairy component, but also contributes significantly to the dish's saturated fat content.