Restaurant-related costs are up by as much as 32%, forcing owners to increase menu prices by 27%. As a result, foodservice professionals are looking for solutions that deliver both efficiency and versatility. Finding strategic ways to improve profitability, maintain quality, and satisfy customer expectations has never been more essential.
Menu innovation is more important than ever for maintaining healthy profit margins. Sourcing high-quality, cost-effective ingredients can help operators protect those margins while creating value across the menu. At the same time, today's consumers are increasingly selective about where they spend their dining dollars. By featuring unique, trend-inspired menu items, restaurants can capture guest interest, deliver value, and create memorable dining experiences.
Looking for menu items that can do more?
"JIFFY" Sweet Cornbread & Muffin Mix is the perfect menu solution. As Sweet Corn Waffles they can be topped in a variety of sweet or savory ways to fit every daypart. Operators can maximize menu appeal while containing base ingredient costs, leaving plenty of room for creativity. One waffle. Endless possibilities.
Creative Topping Applications
Sweet โ Lemon whipped cream, blueberry compote, fresh lemon zest
The result is light, refreshing, and indulgent, with just the right combination of sweet, tangy, and creamy flavors.
Sweet & Savory โ Shredded BBQ jackfruit, cowboy caviar, crispy jalapeรฑos, cilantro crema
This topping selection creates the perfect blend of sweet and savory, each bite is a vibrant mix of texture and flavor. Even better, it's a crave-worthy vegetarian option.
Savory โ Smoked paprika slaw, sweet heat Nashville-style chicken, mini gherkin pickle
This topping set evokes Southern-inspired flavor with a balance of sweet, heat, and tangy crunch.
Other creative topping applications to try:
Sweet: Dulce de Leche + Toasted Coconut | Ube Spread + Vanilla Cream
Sweet + Savory: Bacon + Maple Butter
Savory: Avocado + Poached egg + Chili Crisp | Pesto + Mozzarella + Tomato
The best part?
Sweet Corn Waffles can be made easily by just adding water to "JIFFY" Sweet Cornbread & Muffin Mix. This mix offers flexibility in the kitchen, making it easy to create versatile menu items for any time of day while maximizing profitability and exceeding customer expectations.
Hungry for menu guidance and operational support?
"JIFFY" Foodservice is a partner you can depend on. When using our mix we offer support to help you create versatile menu items that match your customer's needs. Schedule a time with a "JIFFY" Foodservice expert today. Call 888.447.2937 or visit jiffyfoodservice.com
SOURCES:
- Restroworks Blog, Restaurant Menu Statistics: Popular Items, Pricing Trends & Consumer Preferences (July 23, 2025).
- Houlihan Lokey, U.S. Restaurant Industry Update (Summer 2025).