Dash mini-waffle makers have swept the world of Tik-Tok, and let me tell you, they’re a game changer. As a college student stuffed in a tiny dorm room, I have no room for kitchen appliances, and honestly, it’s a whole outing to venture down to the common kitchen. So, these little four-inch heat sources have upgraded my breakfasts beyond question.
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You may be thinking, waffles EVERY morning? Sure, that's delicious, but the other options are endless. Here’s a week’s worth of breakfast ideas using a mini waffle maker - all with ingredients that are available from the dining hall or your local Kroger.
Savory Side
First off, toasts. Just take a slice of bread, place it in the waffle maker, and top with the flavors of your choice.
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My favorite? Avocado toast. To satisfy my Gen-Z identity, I had to invest in an avocado from the grocery store - and at only $0.69 it’s totally worth it. Top that toast with an egg from the grab-n-go spot on campus or the salad bar for a little nutritious boost. Following close behind, we have peanut butter-banana, Nutella-strawberry, or a Mediterranean-hummus combo. The best part, the bread will take on the shape of a waffle, making ideal indents for your toppings of choice.
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Next up, consider making the classic egg-based breakfast. Just crack an egg into the mini dash and let it sizzle. While you may not get the perfect, runny yolk of your dreams, this waffle-shaped egg will satisfy that morning . Even consider picking up a side of peppers, onions, or cheese from the dining hall’s salad bar to add a little extra flavor to these waffly eggs.
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Sticking to the savory breakfast options, we have a breakfast quesadilla. While tortillas may be a little harder to get your hands on, let me tell you, it’s worth the investment. The taco-sized tortillas are the perfect fit for the mini-Dash. Sandwich the tortilla with a cheese of your choice, veggies, or even eggs, and you’ll get an ooey-gooey breakfast. Top it with some salsa from the campus grocer to level it up even more!
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Looking to use up some leftovers from yesterday’s breakfast or last night’s munchies? You can even pop tater tots into the little power appliance for some extra-crispy hash browns.
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Sweet Side
Okay, now on to the sweet treats. You may have seen the trends of people experimenting with what a mini-Dash can handle on your #fyp, and cookie dough does not seem to be it. But one of these discoveries was cinnamon rolls. Just find one of those ready-bake cans at the store and pop a roll in the waffle maker. That delicious cinnamon swirl will come out fully cooked and ready to be topped with the classic packet glaze.
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Last, but not least, you can use what the mini-Dash's are for: waffles! Get your hands on some pancake/waffle mix and just add water. You’ll have some cute four-inch mini waffles. Stack them high for a Sunday brunch with your friends and enjoy!
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While some of these may take a little extra effort as compared to the normal cereal breakfast, just think about treating yourself to something hot and flavorful while you sit in your morning zoom class. I promise you, it’ll be worth it.