Homemade Funfetti Waffles studded with colorful sprinkles are a cheerful breakfast for birthdays, celebrations, or any morning you want to make special. This simple from-scratch waffle recipe yields thick, fluffy waffles with playful rainbow swirls.
We make these festive funfetti waffles for birthdays and holidays — and sometimes just because. If you’re hunting for fun birthday breakfast ideas, waffles packed with sprinkles are an instant hit.
Kids love adding sprinkles to everything, and these waffles are a great canvas for their creativity. While boxed funfetti mixes work, this recipe is easy to make from scratch with common pantry ingredients.
How to Make Funfetti Waffles from Scratch
This batch makes about 12 waffles. You can halve the recipe if you need fewer, or make the full amount and reheat leftovers later — they crisp up nicely in a toaster.
Mix everything in one bowl to keep cleanup minimal. Start by lightly beating the eggs, then whisk in the oil and vanilla. Add the dry ingredients and milk, stirring until the batter is mostly smooth. Fold in the sprinkles last so the colors stay distinct and disperse evenly.
Preheat and lightly spray your waffle iron with nonstick spray for easy release. Spoon a small amount of batter into the center, spread gently toward the edges if needed, and avoid overfilling. The sprinkles melt in the heat and create pretty multicolored swirls in the finished waffles.
If you have a Belgian waffle iron like mine, your waffles will be thicker and deeper. Results may vary with different waffle makers, but cook until the iron stops steaming and the waffles are golden and set.
Make a Waffle Bar
A waffle bar is a fun way to serve these at a party or birthday breakfast. Offer a mix of sweet and fresh toppings so everyone can customize:
- Maple syrup
- Chocolate, salted caramel, or vanilla syrups
- Fresh fruit
- Whipped cream
- Small candies or chocolate chips
- Crumbled cookies
These waffles are delicious on their own, but they pair especially well with breakfast sides like air-fryer sausage or bacon and plenty of fresh fruit for balance.
Homemade Funfetti Waffles
Ingredients
- 2 eggs lightly beaten
- ½ cup vegetable oil or coconut oil or melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 1½ cups milk or more up to 2 cups until batter is pourable
- 2 tablespoons sprinkles
Instructions
- Add the eggs to a large mixing bowl and whisk until foamy.
- Add vegetable oil and vanilla extract; whisk to combine.
- Mix in the remaining ingredients except the sprinkles until the batter is fairly smooth.
- Gently stir in the sprinkles.
- Heat the waffle iron and lightly spray with nonstick spray.
- Drop a small amount of batter into the center of the iron and gently spread toward the edges.
- Cook about 5 minutes or until the iron stops steaming and waffles are set.
- Remove waffles and keep warm while you finish the batch.
- Garnish with whipped cream, extra sprinkles, or your favorite toppings.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be used as an approximation.
Additional Info
Recipe was originally published in 2016 and last updated in 2021
