For me, a good weekend breakfast means having waffles with fresh fruit and warm maple syrup. For years, my go-to waffle recipe has been the overnight-yeasted waffles recipe I posted 2 years ago. I love it, because everytime I make it I always end up with delicious and crispy waffles that are just the right amount of sweet. I also love the tangy taste that comes from the yeast.


However, the downside of that recipe is that it requires advance planning. As its name suggests you have to put everything together a day prior. And as we all know, sometimes life gets in the way and you just can’t find the time to do it.
So when I am short in time and still want to have waffles, I make these quick brioche waffles. Similar to my favorite waffle recipe, these waffles have a crisp golden brown exterior with a moist and fluffy interior.
Brioche Waffle Recipe:
I am sure it is obvious, but it goes without saying, the most important ingredient in this recipe is the bread. Brioche works very well because of its high butter content. I used a loaf that I purchased from the supermarket (if you are living in the States, Whole Foods has the best brioche loaf), but you can always make your own brioche.
The dipping liquid mixture is made by mixing milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. If you like your waffles on the sweeter side, feel free to add a tablespoon maple syrup or honey into the mixture. I topped mine off with some summer berries and mango. However, if I were to make these in the fall I would add some cinnamon and brown sugar into the milk mixture and top them off with chopped apples and a dollop of crème fraiche.

Finally, these waffles freeze very well. I recommend letting them come to room temperature and placing them in a large Ziplock bag or an airtight container. When ready to eat, simply toast a slice and top if off with whatever you want.

Other Waffle Recipes You Might Like
- Pumpkin Spice Waffles
- Dark Chocolate Waffle Cake with Mascarpone Whipped Cream
- Overnight Yeasted Waffles with Banana Rum Topping
- Need more inspiration? Check out all our easy breakfast recipes for more ideas.
Quick Brioche Waffles
Ingredients
- 1 loaf of Brioche bread
- ¾ cup of whole milk
- 3 large eggs
- Pinch of salt
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup optional
- vegetable spray
- ½ cup seasonal fruit chopped
- maple syrup
- Confectioners’ sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Slice Brioche into 1½ inch thick slices. Set aside.
- Pre-heat your oven to 200 degrees.
- Pre-heat your waffle iron.
- Whisk together the milk, eggs, salt, vanilla extract, and maple syrup (if using). Dip each slice into the mixture for 2-3 seconds on both sides and then transfer it to a baking sheet.
- Spray the waffle iron with vegetable spray. Cook each slice in your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Make sure to spray again after each slice to prevent bread from sticking.
- Transfer cooked waffles onto a rimmed baking sheet and keep them warm in the oven as you cook the rest of the slices.
- To serve: Top them off with chopped fruit. Drizzle them with maple syrup. If preferred, sprinkle it with some confectioners’ sugar.
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Emily
Just like french toast, but waffled! brilliant, sweet friend. I will be doing this for sure. 🙂
Aysegul Sanford
Thank you my friend. <3
traci | Vanilla And Bean
I love this recipe, Aysegul! I adore brioche, but make them into waffles..? I’m melting! Delicious video too my dear! xo
Aysegul Sanford
Yup! :)) It is such an easy way to make waffles quick. Thank you for your kind words my friend.
PS: Aren’t you on vacation? Why are you commenting on blog posts? :))
Sarah @ Snixy Kitchen
Wow – these look like the most addicting waffles ever. And all that fruit on top just pops against that crispy brown exterior! I usually never plan ahead for weekend brunches, so using a good bread for waffles is just perfect for me! I’m going to have to try it with some GF bread! Mmmmm.
Aysegul Sanford
Thank you Sarah. I first topped them off only with the berries, but then I felt like they blended too much with the color of the plates. Luckily, I had a ripe mango in the fridge. The yellow color of the mango gave it a really nice contrast and made it pop. Ahh things we do for photography :)) I have to try this with a GF bread. Do they have GF breads with high butter/fat content?Cheers my friend <3
Beeta @ Mon Petit Four
I love making brioche waffles! They taste just like overnight yeast waffles. These look fantastic, Aysegul – so beautiful <3
Aysegul Sanford
So true. I was just thinking the same thing. I guess it is because of the high butter content in brioche.Thank you for your sweet words Beeta. <3
Laura&Nora @Our Food Stories
oh my, these waffles look divine!! also love the video, the light is magical <3
Aysegul Sanford
Thank you so much ladies. This was my first time trying that angle and I loved the light as well. Hope you are doing well.. Cheers!
Amanda @ Cookie Named Desire
These waffles look and sound amazing. I would never have thought to turn brioche into waffles like this. It is genius!
Aysegul Sanford
Thank you my friend. They are easy to make and delicious. <3
Marisa Bergamasco
Fantastic video!!! Thanks you so much for this gift of pure beauty!!
Aysegul Sanford
Thank you so SO much Marisa. It is such an easy and delicious recipe. I couldn’t help but share. <3