I Always Pick Up This Item At Walmart For Upgraded Breakfasts

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When it comes to planning out elaborate breakfast spreads, my mindset going in is how to get the most bang for my buck. I, of course, want the options to be top-notch, but I also don't want to spend a fortune on groceries. With that in mind, St. Pierre waffles have become my go-to due to not only their price point but also their upgraded taste and versatility.

For about $5 at Walmart, I can grab a pack of six St. Pierre Butter Brioche Waffles (or the chocolate chip, maple, or cinnamon flavor); that's less than $1 per waffle for an item that offers a richer and more decadent taste than your standard store-bought waffles. Made with pearl sugar and based on a traditional Belgian recipe, the sweetness and slight crunch of these waffles won me over.

In reviews, other customers praised the sugary coating, noting that it didn't require any topping at all to enjoy, which I can confirm. When I first tried them, I simply gave them a quick heat-up in the toaster and took a bite. "Perfect as is," I thought to myself. Then, of course, I went down the rabbit hole of all of the different possibilities for these heavenly discs.

While topping them with apples and caramel syrup, featuring them on a breakfast-themed board with dips like jellies, jams, honey, chocolate, and crème fraîche, and using them in a kabob-style dish with pieces of fruit is expected and fun, they can also be used as a savory platform; think classic chicken and waffles or as the bread for breakfast sandwiches stuffed with egg and meat.

Outside of breakfast, I also use St. Pierre's waffles at lunchtime. For example, if it's a salad I'm in the mood for, I throw some arugula, onion, and slices of pumpkin on top of a couple of waffles and drizzle the dish with lemon vinaigrette to balance the sweetness. Or, I chop up the waffles and use them in place of croutons for a fun and unexpected addition.

For dinner, I top them with smashed potatoes, cheddar, chives, and bacon for a loaded potato-type of dish. But even more fun? I use them as the dough for a miniature pizza, topping them with marinara, cheese, and whatever other toppings I'm in the mood for. I've even used them as the "bread" in grilled cheese sandwiches, layering cheese and ham in between.

To close out the day with a tasty dessert, these waffles are a great vehicle for ice cream, whipped cream, or both. Or, for an even more decadent presentation, I take inspiration from Reese's Peanut Butter Cups and drizzle them with a mix of peanut butter and chocolate sauces.