Ice-cream waffles combine warm, golden waffles with cold, creamy scoops of your favorite ice cream. It’s a dessert that’s easy to make, fun to dress up with toppings, and perfect for summer nights or weekend indulgence. You can use fresh homemade waffles or ready-made ones for ease. This recipe makes 2 servings.
Ingredients
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2 large Belgian-style waffles (homemade or store-bought)
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2–4 scoops of your favorite ice cream (vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, or mix)
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Toppings of choice:
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Chocolate or caramel sauce
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Whipped cream
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Fresh berries or sliced banana
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Chopped nuts
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Sprinkles or crushed cookies
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For Homemade Waffles (optional):
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon sugar
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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Pinch of salt
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¾ cup milk
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1 egg
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2 tablespoons melted butter or oil
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
To Make Waffles from Scratch
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In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
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In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, butter, and vanilla.
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Combine wet and dry ingredients; mix just until smooth.
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Heat a waffle iron and cook the batter until waffles are golden and crisp.
To Assemble the Ice-Cream Waffles
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Warm the waffles slightly if using pre-made ones.
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Place waffles on a plate. Add 1–2 scoops of ice cream on top.
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Drizzle with sauce and add your favorite toppings.
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Serve immediately before the ice cream melts too much.
Serving Tips
Best served fresh and warm. Great for parties, brunch, or dessert time.
Storing
Waffles can be made in advance and frozen. Reheat in a toaster or oven before serving.
This dessert is simple, indulgent, and fun to customize.
