19 Definitive Reasons Waffles Are Better Than Pancakes

#TeamWaffles or #TeamPancakes? There can only be one winner and I'm here to prove that it's waffles.

1. They hold syrup better

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Sure, some of the syrup soaks into the pancakes, but you're just left with a big sticky puddle, as opposed to waffles whose syrup remains self-contained.

2. They actually hold all toppings better

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Berries, marshmallows, chocolate chips; it's like waffles were made to house deliciousness.

3. You can make anything into a waffle.

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Seriously, anything. (Like this hash-browns-for-bread bacon jalapeno grilled cheese.)

4. Chicken and Waffles

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Man's greatest savory-sweet creation. Don't even try to argue it.

5. Waffle Sandwiches

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Just try picking up a sandwich made with two pancakes. I dare you.

6. Even frozen waffles are far superior

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Frozen pancakes? No thanks.

7. There's no such thing as a "pancake cone"

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Waffles are so good that they're their own type of ice cream cone. Your move, pancakes.

8. They're Leslie Knope approved

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"Everyone should love waffles. If they don't, they're crazy." - said by the Pawnee Goddess herself.

9. Waffles and Dinges = heaven on Earth

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Do pancakes have an entire restaurant (AND chain of food trucks) dedicated solely to them and all of their glory? I don't think so.

10. IHOP also serves waffles on their menu

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Yes, IHOP's emphasis is on their pancakes, but they also serve waffles. Neither Waffles and Dinges or Waffle House have pancakes anywhere on their menus. As it should be.

11. Waffle Tacos

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Yes, we know pancake tacos have been a thing for basically forever, but waffle tacos are the only ones worthy enough to make it as a fast-food breakfast staple.

12. Pancakes might make better art, but waffles make better 3D art

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Pancakes can't stand up to that. (GET IT??)

13. Two words: waffle fries

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We all know waffle fries are the best kind of fries. Sorry latkes.

14. They're portable

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Waffles make the perfect meal for on-the-go. If you tried to take your pancakes with you, you'd just end up with a crumbly sticky mess and wonder why you didn't just make a waffle.

15. They're a staple of the continental breakfast

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No matter what hotel you stay at, there will always be a waffle iron. Unless you order from a menu or have a buffet style set-up, you're probably not going to find any pancakes on your breakfast plate.

16. They do savory so much better

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Let's face it. Waffles are just more versatile than pancakes.

17. JUST LOOK AT THESE WAFFLES.

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*runs to the freezer and puts an entire box of waffles into the toaster*

18. Seriously, waffles are a work of art

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Waffles are gorgeous by design. Pancakes have to be carefully designed to look half as visually stunning.

19. There's no competition, waffles are clearly better than pancakes.

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#TeamWaffles 4eva.