Since discovering the wonders of natural foods, my frozen waffle horizons have expanded far beyond the Eggo world. With companies like Kashi, Van’s, and Nature’s Path each producing several varieties, I could probably sample a different flavor every week (hmm…not a bad idea…). Anyway, here are a few of my most recent favorites:

Whole Foods’ 365 Organic Mini Blueberry Waffles

As an admitted sucker for anything miniature and a die-hard blueberry devotee, I had to buy these when I saw them in my local Whole Foods. (OK, the surprisingly low price tag didn’t hurt either).

• For 2 sets of 4-mini waffles: 140 kcalories, 4.5 grams of fat, 4 grams of sugar, 1 gram of fiber, and 4 grams of protein
• Vegan
• $2.39 for a box containing 8 sets of 4 mini waffles

Other notes:

• These waffles have a subtle sweetness on their own, even without added syrup; the 4 grams of sugar present in the waffles are due to the inclusion of natural pear juice in the ingredients list. Sounds like a fab alternative to HFCS!
• One minor drawback is that these tasty little suckers are not whole grain, although whole wheat flour is included in the ingredients list; the chief component is organic enriched white flour.
• Bonus: elderberry extract!
• For more information about this product, click here

Serving suggestions:

(Side note: A few weeks after enjoying my waffles this way, I noticed this recipe on the Whole Foods website. Looks like the recipe developers have been getting a little inspiration from The Broccoli Hut…)

Nature’s Path FlaxPlus Waffles with Figs

Several years ago, while I was in search of some Kashi waffles, I stumbled upon an alternative brand, Nature’s Path. I picked up a box of their blueberry waffles (which are sadly no longer available), and let’s just say I’ve been a loyal Nature’s Path customer ever since. This new variety features slightly more exotic ingredients: flax and figs. It’s alliteratively delicious:)

• For 2 waffles: 160 kcalories, 7 grams of fat, 5 grams of sugar, 4 grams of fiber, and 4 grams of protein
• Vegan
• $3.39 for a box containing 6 waffles

Other notes:

• Entirely whole grain!  The sole grain present in these unique breakfast treats is organic whole wheat flour.
• HFCS-free! The 5 grams of sugar is due to evaporated cane juice in the ingredients list.
• The 7 grams of fat is healthy fat–the flax provides a valuable, vegetarian source of omega 3 fatty acids.
• For more information about this product, click here

Serving suggestions:

For my previous review of Nature’s Path PomegranPlus waffles, click here.

I’d love to continue my waffle-tasting ventures–which variety do you recommend I try next?

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