Chocolate Waffles Recipe (Light & Fluffy)

I often serve waffles for breakfast or dessert because they’re easy to make and customizable with so many different toppings. These chocolate waffles are one of my favorite recipes because they make me feel like I’m having cake for breakfast! On a lazy weekend, I love to make them for my family so we can all indulge together in our pajamas.

These chocolate waffles have a rich chocolatey flavor that’s contrasted with perfect light and fluffy texture. When topped with fresh berries or prune jam, they taste like chocolate covered fruit!

What’s better? These waffles freeze well and are perfect for meal prepping. Say goodbye to processed, store-bought waffles for good…

How to Make Chocolate Waffles

Making chocolate waffles only requires a couple simple ingredients and steps. Below, find a quick hitter overview of the recipe before you dive in.

• Mix the Wet Ingredients: Melt chocolate and butter over low heat in a heavy bottom pan. Once melted, stir in the sugar and set aside. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract together. Slowly, add the chocolate mixture to the milk mixture. Stir to combine and set aside.
• Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine the flour, cacao powder, and baking powder. In small portions, add the flour mixture into the wet ingredients.
• Make the Waffles: Spoon the batter into the waffle maker. Cook for 4-6 minutes, or until the outer edges turn crispy. Serve with your favorite toppings for breakfast or dessert!

Tips for Making the Best Chocolate Waffles

Below, find some pro tips to help you make the best chocolate waffles.

• Sift the dry ingredients to remove any lumps. For a perfectly consistent waffle texture, use a flour sifter to remove any lumps from the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
• Use whole milk. Whole milk provides the richest flavor and texture. While you can get away with non-fat or 2%, nothing beats whole!
• Cook the waffles until slightly crispy. Make sure to cook the waffles long enough to form a nice, outer crisp. Nothing is worse than a soggy waffle!

Serving Chocolate Waffles

You can serve chocolate waffles as a decadent breakfast item topped with fresh fruit, raspberry jam, maple syrup, or chocolate syrup. They are also super tasty topped with peanut butter and bananas. If you’re serving them for dessert, top them with a huge scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of chocolate syrup.

Storing Waffles

• Refrigerator: Store leftover waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They should keep for up to a week.
• Freezer: Freeze leftover waffles by placing them in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Pop the baking sheet into the freezer for a couple of hours, or until the waffles are completely frozen. Store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.

FAQ

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Recipe

Chocolate Waffles Recipe (Light & Fluffy)

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Servings

15 Servings

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Total Time 40 mins

Recipe contributed by: Natalya Drozhzhin

These chocolate waffles are crispy on the outside and so soft and fluffy on the inside. Perfect for a lazy weekend breakfast or dessert!

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup salted butter
• 5 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 3 eggs
• 1/2 tbsp vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1 1/2 cup flour
• 3 tbsp cocoa powder
• 1 tbsp baking powder

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Instructions

• In a heavy bottom pan, melt chocolate and butter on low heat. Once completely melted, stir in sugar and set aside.
  
• In a large mixing bowl, whisk eggs with milk and vanilla extract.
  
• Slowly add the chocolate mixture into the milk mixture, stirring constantly until well-combined.
  
• In a small bowl, combine flour, cacao powder, and baking powder.
  
• In small portions, add the flour mixture to the chocolate mixture to make the batter.
  
• Spoon the waffle batter into the waffle maker until each hole is completely filled. Cook until the outside is perfectly crispy.
  
• Serve chocolate waffles warm with fresh berries, jam, or syrup, or freeze the leftover waffles for a busy morning. Alternately, serve the waffles with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a fun dessert.
  

Nutrition Facts

Chocolate Waffles Recipe (Light & Fluffy)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 232 Calories from Fat 126

% Daily Value*

Fat 14g22%

Saturated Fat 9g45%

Trans Fat 1g

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 4g

Cholesterol 59mg20%

Sodium 101mg4%

Potassium 195mg6%

Carbohydrates 23g8%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 11g12%

Protein 4g8%

Vitamin A 356IU7%

Calcium 65mg7%

Iron 2mg11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.