National Waffle Day 

In short, yes. Both types of batter include the same base ingredients with waffle batter containing more sugar for caramelization and more fat for crispier edges.

While waffles have been around for centuries and the Dutch are credited with bringing them to the States, Cornelius Swartwout is given a great deal of credit for being the first to ever hold a patent for a waffle iron.

Belgian, American, Brussels, Liège, Flemish, Bergische, Hong Kong, Pandan, Scandinavian, Gofri, Galettes, and Stroopwafels are some of the most popular varieties of waffles.