An electric waffle iron will make your mornings so much more delicious. Just whip up some waffle batter in a bowl or a stand mixer and create perfectly crisped and delicious homemade waffles. Then, complete them with your favorite toppings: whipped cream, berries, powdered sugar, syrup, chocolate…

If you’re wondering how to choose the best waffle maker for your kitchen, start with quantity. A mini waffle maker will be compact and convenient to store, but it will only turn out one waffle at a time. Larger waffle irons can handle making two or three waffles at once.

Next, look at features. If you are concerned about small children potentially touching the hot surface, narrow your search to waffle makers with cool-touch exteriors. For easy removal and cleanup, pick a nonstick waffle maker. If you want help achieving the perfect cook time, you’ll appreciate a waffle maker with a timer. You can also consider variations on the classic Belgian waffle maker, like a waffle bowl maker.

An electric non-stick waffle maker is easy to wipe clean when it cools, and when it comes to tidiness, it’s a big improvement over the old-fashioned waffle iron that heated over a burner. Just put the batter in, set the timer and then move freely around the kitchen to prep other dishes, mix a morning smoothie in the blender or turn on the coffee maker.

Are you big on making hearty breakfasts or brunches? You might want to pair your electric waffle iron with an indoor electric griddle for making sausages, eggs and pancakes. The size of a griddle and the low rim make it easy to flip foods that can prove tricky in a pan. Either of these small kitchen appliances can also make a great present if you need a thoughtful gift for friends or family.

If you are looking for healthy breakfast options, consider making whole-grain waffles and topping them with fiber-rich berries and other fruits.