$5.20 | 410 Calories
The Waffle House Classic Waffle is an iconic American-style waffle, renowned for its golden-brown color, crispy edges, and fluffy, sweet-cream center.1 Unlike the thicker Belgian waffle, the Waffle House version is thinner and crispier, made from a special sweet cream batter that is mixed fresh in small batches every day at the restaurant.2 It is cooked to order on a heavy cast-iron press and typically served plain with a side of butter and syrup.3
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💰 Estimated Price
- Average Starting Price: $4.25 to $4.75 (Varies by location).
- Toppings like Pecans, Chocolate Chips, or Peanut Butter Chips usually cost an extra 4$\mathbf{\$0.65}$.5
🥕 Ingredients & Components
The core component is the proprietary Waffle House batter, which is mixed fresh daily.6
| Component | Key Ingredients (General) | Notes |
| Waffle Batter | Enriched Wheat Flour, Eggs, Sweet Cream (Milk/Half-and-Half), Sugar, Butter/Margarine, Baking Powder/Leavening Agents, Vanilla flavoring. | The batter is mixed using a proprietary dry mix combined with fresh eggs and half-and-half. |
| Toppings (Standard) | Butter/Margarine, Corn Syrup/Maple Flavored Syrup. | The base nutrition excludes syrup and butter typically added by the customer. |
🍽️ Nutrition Table (Base Waffle, Without Syrup or Butter)
The table below is an approximation for one Classic Waffle serving, excluding added syrup and butter/margarine, which can easily add 100-200+ calories.7
| Nutrient | Approximate Value | % Daily Value (DV)* |
| Calories | 410 kcal | 21 |
| Total Fat | 18 g | 28 |
| Saturated Fat | 10 g | 50 |
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17 |
| Sodium | 870 mg | 36 |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55 g | 18 |
| Dietary Fiber | 2 g | 8 |
| Total Sugars | 15 g | |
| Protein | $\sim 8$ g | $\sim 16\%$ |
$2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Impact of Toppings (Examples)
| Topping (Extra Cost) | Estimated Added Calories |
| Pecans | +150 kcal |
| Chocolate Chips | +110 kcal |
| Syrup (Standard Serving) | +150-200 kcal |
⚠️ Allergens List
The Waffle House Classic Waffle contains the following major food allergens:
- 🌾 Wheat / Gluten (in the flour mix)8
- 🥛 Milk (in the sweet cream and butter)9
- 🥚 Egg (in the fresh-mixed batter)10
- 🥜 Soy (in the cooking oil and margarine/butter substitute)11
Potential Allergens (with customization):
- 🌳 Tree Nuts (If ordered as a Pecan Waffle or if other toppings/ingredients share preparation space).
- 🥜 Peanuts (If ordered with Peanut Butter Chips).12
❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What makes a Waffle House waffle different from a Belgian waffle?
Answer: Waffle House waffles are thinner, crispier, and denser than Belgian waffles. They are made from a sweet cream batter and cooked in a standard (non-deep pocket) American waffle iron.13 Belgian waffles are typically thicker, lighter, airier, and have deeper pockets.
2. Can I get a waffle that is extra crispy?
Answer: Yes. Because the waffle is cooked on a flat-top grill/press, you can ask the cook to leave it on the iron longer to make it extra crispy or well-done.14 This is a common request and may enhance the edges.
3. What are the most popular waffle toppings?
Answer: The most popular custom waffle toppings are:
- Pecans (The Pecan Waffle is one of their signature items).15
- Chocolate Chips.
4. Is the Classic Waffle a healthy option?
Answer: While delicious, the Classic Waffle is high in Sodium and Saturated Fat (especially when factoring in the butter and syrup).16 It is best enjoyed as an occasional treat or as part of a meal where you focus on lighter sides like sliced tomatoes.
5. Can I order Waffle House waffles all day long?
Answer: Yes! Waffle House is famous for being open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and they serve their entire breakfast menu, including all waffles and hashbrowns, all day and all night.