Waffles, plain, frozen, ready-to-heat
Whole food · Baked Products
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These are pre-cooked, frozen waffle grids made from a simple batter, designed for quick toasting. They offer a crisp, golden exterior with a soft, slightly chewy interior, delivering a comforting, mildly sweet flavor. Nutritionally, they are primarily a carbohydrate source, providing quick energy with a modest amount of protein.
💚 Why it's loved
People love them for their nostalgic, comforting taste and the satisfying textural contrast of a crispy edge and fluffy center. Their ultimate versatility is key—they serve as a base for everything from classic maple syrup and butter to fried chicken and gravy.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
As a refined carbohydrate with low fiber, they can cause rapid blood-sugar spikes and may not provide lasting satiety. To counteract this, always pair them with a source of protein (like eggs, Greek yogurt, or nut butter) and healthy fat (avocado, nuts) to slow digestion and stabilize energy. Be mindful of portion size, as it's easy to overeat.
Key benefits
- Extremely convenient for a fast breakfast or snack
- Provides quick-release carbohydrates for energy
- Long shelf life reduces food waste
- Consistent texture and taste from batch to batch
- A blank canvas for both sweet and savory toppings
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The classic grid pattern on a waffle isn't just for looks; it was originally designed to help the batter cook more evenly and to create pockets that hold pools of melted butter and syrup.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 38.0 g |
| Energy | 285 kcal |
| Energy | 1193 kj |
| Protein | 6.5 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 9.7 g |
| Ash | 2.9 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 43.0 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.2 g |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g |
| Sucrose | 3.2 g |
| Glucose | 0.00 g |
| Fructose | 0.00 g |
| Lactose | 1.5 g |
| Maltose | 0.26 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Starch | 34.9 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 308 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 5.6 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 23.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 361 mg |
| Potassium, K | 125 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 638 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.59 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.04 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.23 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 12.2 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.62 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.62 mg |
| Niacin | 7.6 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.32 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.90 mg |
| Folate, total | 68.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 57.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 11.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 108 ug |
| Vitamin B-12 | 2.9 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 2.7 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 381 ug |
| Retinol | 380 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 1.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 1.0 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 1271 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 48.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.1 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.07 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 4.4 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.97 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 7.8 ug |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 19.6 ug |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 1.5 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.88 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.56 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 5.1 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 5.0 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.07 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 2.2 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 1.8 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.35 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 14.0 mg |
| Tryptophan | 0.08 g |
| Threonine | 0.23 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.27 g |
| Leucine | 0.47 g |
| Lysine | 0.28 g |
| Methionine | 0.12 g |
| Cystine | 0.16 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.28 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.13 g |
| Valine | 0.30 g |
| Arginine | 0.26 g |
| Histidine | 0.13 g |
| Alanine | 0.24 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.39 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.6 g |
| Glycine | 0.21 g |
| Proline | 0.55 g |
| Serine | 0.32 g |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
FAQ
How do I get my frozen waffle extra crispy?
Use a toaster or toaster oven on a medium-high setting for multiple cycles, rather than a microwave. You can also lightly butter the waffle before the final toast cycle for a richer, crispier finish.
Are frozen waffles healthy?
They are a processed, convenience food primarily made from refined flour. While not inherently 'unhealthy,' they are low in fiber and nutrients. Their healthiness depends entirely on portion size and what you pair them with—adding protein and fiber-rich toppings significantly improves the meal's nutritional profile.
Can I use frozen waffles for savory dishes?
Absolutely. Their grid pattern is perfect for catching savory sauces. Try topping them with fried chicken and hot honey, using them as the base for Eggs Benedict, or making a waffle iron grilled cheese.