This kind of waffle originated in Germany where it is called ‘Bergischer Waffel’. It is made with a liquid batter and baked soft on the inside and crispy on the outside.

 

Heart-shaped waffles can be bought in coffee shops, bakeries and the baked goods department of supermarkets.
 

This sweet waffle can be baked until crisp or be left slightly tender and is made with fresh cream butter.
 

This type of waffle with a filling of fruit finds its origin in the East Cantons of Belgium and the regions around Liege and Verviers. These regions are well-known for their ancient and extensive fruit growing traditions.

 

The filling can be sweet and made of all kinds of fruit or hearty, for instance a combination of cheese and ham.

Ice cream cones are made of thin, crisp waffles. Once baked, these waffles are soft and pliable and become hard and crispy after cooling.