Waffle makers are more than just kitchen appliances; they’re dream-makers! Waffle makers give you the joy of waking up to an aroma of delicious waffles drizzled with maple syrup and topped with butter – something many can only dream about!
These snacks can be enjoyed for breakfast, snacking or dessert and make an excellent addition to a college cafeteria or hotel buffet table.
1. Breville Smart 4-Slice Waffle Maker
This Breville model offers multiple pre-programmed cooking settings including Belgian, classic, chocolate and buttermilk as well as custom settings. Furthermore, 12 browning settings enable you to select your perfect color choice.
An all-around moat captures and cooks any overflowing batter for easier cleanup, while its lid locks into place during baking, and its nonstick cooking plates allow for simple waffle removal.
One downside of the machine is that its timer doesn’t beep when it’s ready to remove waffles, but this shouldn’t be too much of a concern since you can monitor progress using its LED display.
This waffle maker stands out as one of the best models we’ve tested due to its even cooking, versatile options and straightforward operation. Furthermore, its easy cleanup makes this an excellent option for anyone who enjoys waffles – be it small families or couples making breakfast at home or business owners looking to keep customers satisfied with delicious morning treats. We highly recommend it.
2. Cuisinart Belgian Waffle Maker
If you enjoy flipping waffles, this model could be just what you need. With its rotating design and copper-reinforced nonstick coating free of PFOA and PFOS for easier clean-up, this device features a digital timer as well as audible beeps to notify when your waffles are finished – meaning you can make another batch while keeping one warm in the oven!
Cuisinart has long been recognized for their superior kitchen appliances, and this model does not disappoint. The indicator lights and green thermostat light make operation simple while its red cooking light tends to illuminate too brightly (it can be hard to determine when batter is fully cooked). Waffles from this unit are large enough for sharing, holding up well against pools of maple syrup or melting ice cream – their crisp exteriors even stand up well against soft poached eggs and smoked salmon slices!
3. Cuisinart Classic Belgian Waffle Maker
Cuisinart offers an affordable waffle maker that quickly heats and cooks waffles at home, complete with indicator lights and audible beeps to alert users when the waffles are done cooking, ready for removal. Furthermore, these plates can easily be wiped clean with damp cloth for easy clean-up after each waffle-making session.
If you need to feed a large crowd, this waffle maker can do the job by producing two full-size Belgian waffles at once. Plus, its special rotary feature lets you evenly brown both edges and interior of each waffle. Crafted from energy-efficient cast aluminum for quick preheating and baking times; yet soft enough for scratches and dents. Completed by its sleek stainless steel cover that looks good while being easy to keep clean.
4. Cuisinart Mini Belgian Waffle Maker
Our testers enjoyed that this waffle maker offers multiple browning levels and is easy to read with its dial interface. Plus, beeps and flashes indicate when preheating, ready for batter addition, or complete cooking is underway; its plates can even be put directly in the dishwasher for quick cleanup!
This model’s vertical design, with a spout at the top for easy batter adding, ensures no messy spillage during baking and also features audible and visual alerts when your waffle is baked to help prevent either over or under-baking.
Dash says when shopping for a waffle maker, he prioritizes ease of operation and nonstick surfaces over flashy features like an indicator light or beep to indicate preheating, cooking and finished timers. Other key points include having nonstick coating and how easy the machine is to clean.