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Taste Test: The Best Toaster Waffles – Whole Living Eat Well

Taste Test: The Best Toaster Waffles – Whole Living Eat Well

Waffles in the House

Whether you’re serving impatient kids or a house full of guests, frozen waffles are lifesavers for harried mornings. Whole-grain varieties pack more fiber and nutrition — so we tried them all to find the best.

Nutri-Grain

Nutri-Grain by Eggo

$3 for 10; for retailers:

We love this healthier take on a childhood favorite.

Apple-Cinnamon

Flaxseed Apple Cinnamon by DE Wafelbakkers; $3.25 for 9 for retailers:

These are naturally sweetened, so you only need a tiny bit of syrup.

Multigrain

Multi-Grain by Trader Joe’s; $2 for 8 for stores:

Crispy outside and soft inside, they have a rich, eggy taste.

With Flaxseed

Flax Plus by Nature’s Path: $3.50 for 6 for retailers.

You get fiber, protein, and omega-3s, but still a delicious, buttery taste.

8 Whole Grains

8 Whole Grains by Vans: $3 for 6 for retailers

The combination of grains — quinoa, oats, brown rice, and more — gives these a robust, nutty flavor.

 

Quick Compote

Whip up this tasty topping and add some antioxidants to your plate.

  1. Peel, core, and chop 3 apples.
  2. Put 1/2 cup dried sour cherries in a pot, 1 cup apple cider, 2 Tbsp. lemon juice, 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce heat, cover partially, and simmer 20 minutes until softened. Sweeten with honey if desired.