Recipes for pancakes, fritters, waffles, and sweet sandwiches

You'll love this genius idea for how easy it is to transform regular ice cream into an ice cream sandwich. Simply fry store-bought waffles, and when they cool, sandwich a scoop of ice cream between two waffles...

These waffles are made with banana bread, which can be baked in advance. You simply place a slice of bread in the waffle iron, cook it, and—voila!—breakfast is ready. For a relaxed Sunday brunch, Bobby...

Banana puree, aromatic apple pie spices, and vanilla make these waffles taste like warm banana bread. Crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside, they pair perfectly with...

Forget the cheese! These golden, sweet quesadillas are filled with chocolate-hazelnut spread and fresh berries. If you like, you can add marshmallows for a gooey filling just like cheese. You...

This is when breakfast French toast turns into a true pastry. These white bread sandwiches with chocolate filling are soaked in chocolate egg custard, toasted, and served with...

Make crispy bruschetta on tortilla strips instead of baguette. Spread each serving with ricotta, top with fresh arugula, strawberries and basil, drizzle with balsamic glaze, and sprinkle with pine nuts...

These chocolate pancakes are unique in that they contain white chocolate (both in the form of sauce and chunks). They're also topped with berry jam and served with a generous helping of fresh berries, maple syrup, and...

Rice isn't the only thing you can cook in a rice cooker or slow cooker. With this recipe, you can effortlessly bake a large, thick pancake, reminiscent of the texture of fluffy Japanese pancakes...

These French toasts are perfect for a picnic if you have a cast-iron sandwich maker, and the ingredients won't take up valuable space in your cooler. Replace the eggs with bananas, and...

The secret ingredient in this ice cream sandwich is matzah! It's the perfect Passover treat, but it's so delicious you might want to make it year-round. Instead of vanilla ice cream...

Homemade nut butter is easy to make and much healthier than store-bought, as it contains no trans fats, excess sugar, salt, or preservatives. This basic recipe can be adapted to any...

The secret ingredient in these pancakes is hot chocolate mix, which infuses them with flavor both inside and out. Add it to the batter, and simmer the leftovers with maple syrup for...

Fresh ricotta, lemon zest, honey, and toasted almonds make a perfect combination for elegant baguette sandwiches, perfect as an appetizer at a party or bachelorette party. Spread...

These adorable pancakes are perfect not only for breakfast but also as a dessert. They're made in the style of Oreo cookies and feature Oreo flavors, so fans of this sandwich cookie will be thrilled...

In the morning, before it's time for the birthday cake, treat the birthday boy or girl to these festive pancakes, stacking them in a pretty pancake stack, drizzling them with cream cheese frosting (just like the cake!), and decorating...

Yemeni yeast flatbread, lahoh, is typically made for breakfast with a variety of toppings, but this recipe from Molly Yeh is so good it's also perfect for dessert. Each flatbread is served with whipped cream...

This recipe showcases the vibrant flavor of young, juicy rhubarb. Make a quick compote from the pink stalks, which can be used as a jam spread, on toast, in ice cream, or...

Warming spices infuse these mini gingerbread-flavored pancakes with a festive aroma. Make a warm cream cheese sauce to go with them. You can omit the rum if you're making it for...

If you're a fan of ice cream sandwiches, this is the one for you. It's also a great way to prank your friends. The ice cream is cut into discs, rolled in chocolate chips, and served on a bun with...

Serve this elegant ice cream dessert on a toasted bun topped with dulce de leche-glazed pineapple, whipped cream, and coconut sprinkles. Dulce de leche is a Latin American...

If you already have pre-made crepes, this decadent dessert won't take long to prepare. Serve the crepes with flambéed peaches, topped with whipped cream or ice cream. To...

Make crème brûlée-style French toast and transform your breakfast into a luxurious dessert, just as delicious as crème brûlée but incredibly easy to make. Thick slices of white bread...

This football-shaped ice cream cone will be a favorite among sports fans. The sandwiches are made with store-bought pound cake and chocolate ice cream, and the quick-setting chocolate glaze...

"Potato pancakes are my favorite way to enjoy potatoes for breakfast!" says Giada De Laurentiis. "Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they're just perfect. For Valentine's Day, I..."

To make these pancakes especially tender and soft, add ricotta to the simple milk batter. Fry them until golden brown and serve with homemade lemon syrup, which you can...

Fluffy waffles with a rich, meaty topping are perfect for a Sunday brunch. Made with a savory batter, sharp cheddar cheese, and coarsely ground black pepper, they're served with...

These Mexican-inspired French toast muffins are made with mini chocolate chip muffins (store-bought or homemade) that are dipped in a sweet, creamy, cinnamon-infused egg mixture and toasted until...

This Sunday brunch dish is simply perfect! A stack of chocolate-pistachio-studded pancakes is served with homemade honey-caramel syrup, and for maximum flavor...

Plump Viennese waffles with a crisp, golden crust, topped with homemade strawberry sauce, are perfect for a summer breakfast or dessert. The sauce is quick and easy to make with fresh strawberries. You can...

These sticky buns are a cross between Cinnabon and French toast. They're made with store-bought, pre-formed cinnamon roll dough and baked in the oven until just cooked through...

With this recipe, you'll have truly delicious French toast, perfect for breakfast, Sunday brunch, or after-dinner dessert. And all this with minimal ingredients! You...

Danish fluffy aebleskivers are perfect for breakfast on a special day, a coffee date, a snack, or dessert. Hidden inside each one is a sweet surprise: a raspberry filled...

Enjoy a luxurious combination of chocolate, raspberry, and hazelnut in these French toasts, perfect for both brunch and dessert. The slices are soaked in...

Enjoy the luxurious combination of dark chocolate and mint in these crispy Italian waffles with a soft filling. Pizzelle are baked from chocolate batter in a special waffle iron and then sealed...

Serve these fluffy chocolate pancakes stacked high, each sprinkled with chopped white chocolate. Top with warm caramel-strawberry sauce. It's almost like a cake or a brownie!

Even if you're watching your weight, you can still indulge in delicious pancakes in the morning, especially when they're literally packed with healthy ingredients. These fiber-rich pancakes are made with...

The classic flavor of carrot cake takes on a new form: crispy on the outside and melting on the inside, fluffy Danish aebleskivers filled with filling. The carrot pancakes are fried in a special pan for...

These pancakes are made with milk, Greek yogurt, and butter, and are incredibly tender and fluffy. Serve them with a variety of toppings and enjoy them with a big tea party. And to make sure everyone...

These tender and fluffy buttermilk pancakes owe their incredible texture to cornmeal and whipped egg whites. The whites are whipped separately and then gently folded into the batter. Pancakes...

Want your French toast to be super crispy? Soak it in egg wash and roll it in crushed cornflakes before frying! The crust turns out deliciously crispy, and...

Thick slices of sourdough bread are soaked in an egg custard with cinnamon and vanilla and fried in butter with a dusting of powdered sugar, which gives them a wonderful caramelized crust.

This version of Johnny Cake corn pancakes is made with a yeast dough containing yeast and separately beaten egg whites. This ensures the pancakes are fluffy and airy.

This easy-to-make layered cake is perfect for any winter holiday. It features ten gingerbread-flavored layers, and you don't need to bake them in the oven—all the layers...

Sando, a fruit sandwich commonly eaten as a snack or for breakfast, is believed to have originated in Japan over a century ago. They're sold in bakeries, cafes, and convenience stores, but they're actually...