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Make your own or order in, this is the ultimate guide to waffles

Easy, fuss-free and versatile, waffles are pretty much the ideal treat you can have at any time. Every year on March 25, they get the recognition they deserve for all the pleasure they give. 

Here are some of the best waffles recipes and the restaurants where you can get your waffle fix.

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Classic Buttermilk Waffles Recipe

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Above Photo: Bobbi Lin/Food 52
Photo: Bobbi Lin/Food 52

Nothing is as reliable and comforting as buttermilk waffle. The waffle is crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, the perfect breakfast treat.

Get the Food52 recipe here.

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Fried Chicken & Waffles Recipe

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Photo: Joshua Weissman
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Photo: Joshua Weissman

One of most widely loved waffle dish is the classic American fried chicken and waffles. It combines two of the most popular dishes into one and unsurprisingly, they make for a killer combo. This recipe from resident YouTube foodie, Joshua Weissman, will help you do just that at home.

Watch the recipe video and get the recipe here

Pandan Waffle Recipe

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Photo: Hungry Huy

Speaking of killer combos, here's another: pandan and waffles. A signature ingredient in the Southeast Asia, we couldn't get enough of this pandan waffle recipe, the Vietnamese Bánh Kẹp Lá Dứa.

Get the recipe from Hungry Huy here

See also: 7 Fragrant Pandan Desserts To Try In KL And PJ

Lemon Blueberry Ricotta Waffles

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Photo: Williams Sonoma

For when you're feeling a little fancy, blueberries and lemons are always a good idea when it comes to waffles, adding a little citrusy taste and antioxidants to your meal. 

Find the Bobby Flay recipe for Williams Sonoma here

Happy Waffle at Happy Stan

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Happy Waffle at Happy Stan
Above Happy Waffle at Happy Stan
Happy Waffle at Happy Stan

This waffle dish is simple but not to be underestimated. Part of Happy Stan's new menu, the Happy Waffle is a sourdough waffle served with crunchy granola and vanilla ice cream and drizzled with chocolate and maple syrup. The mixture of textures and balance of flavours are incredibly satisfying and hit the spot for those looking for a no-frills waffle dish. 

Happy Stan | M.01 & M.06, Republik, 1, Jalan Medan Setia 1, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala Lumpur | +6017 205 3799 | Tuesday-Saturday, 12pm-12am; Sunday-Monday, 12pm-10pm

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Eggette Waffles at Eggette Lab

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Photo: Eggette Lab

They are not your average waffles but they definitely do the job. Eggette Lab's entire menu is centred around these classic Hong Kong-style egg waffles but they have a ton of iterations of the otherwise uncomplicated dish. From chocolate and charcoal to butter garlic and green tea red bean, you're spoilt for choice.

Eggette Lab | Multiple locations 

Pennsylvania's Soul at VCR Bangsar

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Telawi resident VCR is known for its brunch fare and a crowd favourite is its Pennsylvania's Soul, its version of fried chicken and waffles. The addition of Thai basil and chrysanthemum syrup set it apart. 

VCR Bangsar | 31, Jln Telawi 3, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur | +603 2201 0011 | Monday-Sunday, 8am-7pm

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Banana Biscoff Waffle at Kanteen

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Biscoff is one of those toppings that makes any dessert better and Kanteen's Banana Biscoff Waffle is no exception. Served with a classic vanilla ice cream and maple syrup, a meal that ends with one of these is a must.

Kanteen | Multiple locations

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Croffles at Today's by Dalton

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Why decide between a croissant and waffle when you can have both? This unorthodox but viral croffle has taken Instagram by storm and has since become a popular café food. Today's by Dalton is known for its croffles and coffee, making it the perfect stop for a waffle day celebration. 

Today's by Dalton | 23G, Jln Sungai Besi, Pudu, 57100 Kuala Lumpur | +6016 610 6282 | Thursday-Tuesday, 9am-12am

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Amanda Fung
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Amanda Fung

Amanda is a KL-born and raised third culture kid, who lives to eat. If not found reading, writing for Tatler Dining, or snacking, she is most likely playing with her dog, Katsu, sourcing new Birkenstocks, or looking for a new restaurant to venture to. 

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