Indulge in a little dessert for breakfast with this recipe for Perfect Chocolate Waffles.
Though most of us have had chocolate chip waffles, chocolate waffles themselves don’t seem to get nearly enough love. Why that is, I couldn’t tell you. They’re one of the most delectable ways to kick off your morning! I have quite a few waffle recipes in my collection, but this one is a crowd-pleaser for an obvious reason: everyone loves chocolate! I’ve served these for weekend brunches, but they’re also ideal for making ahead—just freeze them and pop them straight into the toaster for an easy, delicious weekday breakfast.
With a rich, dark chocolaty flavor and a delicate, melt-in-your-mouth crumb, these waffles are as light and airy as they are indulgent. They’re perfect for piling on toppings—or enjoying just as they are.
Are Chocolate Waffles Healthy?
Made with flour, sugar, and fat, these chocolate waffles do not fall into the “health food” category and should be seen as a treat, maybe a weekend special to show your family some love. To make them just a little more wholesome, you can use whole-wheat flour instead of regular flour and use half the amount of sugar. It should be noted that using a good-quality, unsweetened cocoa powder will provide some antioxidants. To make these pancakes gluten-free, use almond flour instead of all-purpose flour. Erythritol, stevia, or monk fruit sweetener are good sugar replacements for these waffles. Erythritol and monk fruit sweetener can be used at a 1:1 ratio, whereas stevia should be reduced in quantity.
What Are The Best Ways To Top These Waffles?
As mentioned, these are so delicious that you can eat them without any extras. But they sure do lend themselves to a variety of delicious toppings! One of my favorite ways to top them is with whipped cream, powdered sugar, fresh berries, and slivered almonds. They’re also delicious (and utterly decadent!) with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, chopped pistachios or hazelnuts, and a drizzle of chocolate syrup. We also love them with sliced bananas and either almond butter or pumpkin seed butter!
How To Make Ahead And Store
If you have leftovers, let them cool, then store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. You can also freeze them by individually wrapping them in plastic and then in aluminum. Or, you can first flash-freeze them by laying them out on a baking sheet and putting them in the freezer for about 30 minutes. Once they are hard, you can put them all in an airtight container. They should last for 3 months.
Serving Suggestions
For an indulgent chocolate waffle treat, top your waffles with a drop of lightly sweetened whipped cream or a decadent drizzle of Salted Caramel Sauce. Pair the waffles with a fresh Fruit Salad to add a bright, tangy contrast. Make a full breakfast or brunch by adding savory sides like Baked Brown-Sugar Bacon or Million-Dollar Bacon, and round out the meal with this simple Egg Casserole.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs separated
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your waffle iron and lightly coat with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Using a hand mixer, beat the egg whites in a medium bowl until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- In another medium bowl, thoroughly mix the egg yolks, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not to overmix.
- Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter, maintaining as much air as possible.
- Pour the batter onto the preheated waffle iron, spreading evenly, and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions. The waffles are cooked when they are golden brown.
- Serve the waffles hot with butter, syrup, powdered sugar, or any other topping. DEVOUR!
Nutrition Info:
Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.
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