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    Chocolate Waffles

    Published: Feb 3, 2023 · Modified: Feb 15, 2023 by Laura · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    These from-scratch chocolate waffles are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. They're easy to make with a handful of simple ingredients, and a delicious way to eat chocolate for breakfast!

    a stack of 3 Chocolate Waffles with butter, syrup and fresh berries

    Do you ever wake up craving chocolate? If so, you will love this chocolate waffles recipe!

    We make homemade waffles most Saturdays, and sometimes I like to mix it up and make chocolatey treats instead (also try these chocolate crepes, chocolate cinnamon rolls, and chocolate scones) - especially on special occasions like birthdays, Valentine's day etc.

    These chocolate waffles are soft and fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside. Plus, they're easy to make and freeze and reheat perfectly.

    Chocolate Waffles with butter and berries

    Chocolate Waffle Recipe: Ingredients & Substitutions

    overhead photo of the ingredients in this Chocolate Waffles Recipe
    • All-purpose flour. If desired, you may substitute up to half of the flour with whole wheat pastry flour or white whole wheat flour.
    • Cocoa powder. use unsweetened cocoa powder, for a dark chocolate waffle you can use dark cocoa powder.
    • Granulated sugar. I suggest using white sugar, organic cane sugar, or coconut sugar.
    • Salted butter. Unsalted butter works well too.
    • Canola oil. You can substitute applesauce or additional butter, if your prefer.
    • Whole Milk. Half and half, heavy cream, or coconut milk work well.
    • Mini chocolate chips. I prefer minis because they distribute well throughout the batter and there are some in every bite. You can use regular, if desired.
    Chocolate Waffles on a plate with butter, berries and syrup and a fork taking a bite

    How to Make Chocolate Waffles

    We'll walk through how to make chocolate waffles step-by-step, and don't forget to watch the video!

    Make the chocolate waffle batter

    Begin by preheating a waffle maker to medium-high heat (on our waffle maker we use “4 out of 6”).

    Then, in a medium bowl, mix together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sea salt. Set aside to use later.

    a bowl with the dry ingredients mixed together for this chocolate waffles recipe

    Next, separate the egg whites from yolks (make sure to save both parts of the egg)!

    Then, put the egg whites in the bowl of the standing mixer and beat on high until stiff peaks form. Alternatively, you can beat them in a large bowl with a handheld mixer.

    Then, transfer the beaten egg whites to a bowl and set them aside in the refrigerator.

    whipped egg whites in a mixing bowl to be used to make this chocolate waffles recipe

    Next, add the egg yolks, sugar, butter and canola oil to a large bowl and whisk to combine.

    Then, add the milk and vanilla extract and whisk until smooth.

    two photos showing How to Make Chocolate Waffles - combining wet ingredients

    Once the mixture is smooth, add the dry ingredients and stir until combined.

    Then, gently fold in beaten egg whites until the mixture is smooth and uniform through.

    two photos showing How to Make Chocolate Waffles - adding dry ingredients & egg whites

    Lastly, stir in chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

    two photos showing How to Make Chocolate Waffles - adding chocolate chips

    Cook the chocolate waffles

    Once the batter is ready, spray a waffle maker lightly with non-stick spray and scoop 1 cup of batter into the center of the waffle plates.

    chocolate waffle batter in a waffle maker before cooking

    Cook on medium heat for 5-10 minutes or until the waffles are golden brown.

    Then, repeat with remaining batter until it has all been used.

    chocolate waffle batter in a waffle maker after cooking

    How to keep chocolate waffles warm

    To keep the chocolate waffles warm while you cook them, preheat your oven to “warm” setting and put each batch of waffles on a large baking sheet in the warm oven until ready to serve.

    chocolate waffles on a baking sheet to be kept warm

    Serve

    Here are our favorite ways to enjoy these chocolate waffles: 

    • With a glug of pure maple syrup (of course).
    • Topped with a dollop of homemade whipped cream.
    • With a side of fresh berries or other fruit
    • Drizzled with nutella, peanut butter, etc. 
    1 Chocolate Waffle on a plate with butter, syrup and berries

    Store

    Let leftover chocolate waffles cool completely, then store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in the toaster.

    To freeze

    I suggest freezing these chocolate waffles to keep them fresh. To freeze, let them cool completely, then lay them out in a single layer on a baking sheet and put them in the freezer until they are hardened (about 1 hour).

    Once hardened, transfer the chocolate waffles to an airtight container or freezer-friendly storage bag, and freeze for up to 2 months.

    a stack of 3 Chocolate Waffles with a piece cut out of it, butter, syrup and berries

    Recipe FAQs

    Can I double this recipe?

    Yes, double the ingredients and just make sure you reserve enough time to cook all the waffles.

    Can I make chocolate waffles in advance?

    Yes, you can cook them the night before (or days or weeks before) you'd like to eat them and store them in the freezer. Then, remove them from the freezer and warm in the toaster to serve.

    What is the best waffle maker?

    This is my absolute favorite waffle maker. We use it every week to make waffles (the best homemade waffles).

    a fork taking a bite off a stack of 3 chocolate waffles

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    Chocolate Waffles Recipe

    Laura
    These from-scratch chocolate waffles are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. They're easy to make with a handful of simple ingredients, and a delicious way to eat chocolate for breakfast!
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Breakfast, brunch
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12 Waffles
    Calories 225 kcal

    Equipment

    • measuring spoons
    • measuring cups
    • spatula
    • KitchenAid Mixer
    • whisk
    • waffle maker
    • hand mixer

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
    • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
    • 1 Tablespoon baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt
    • 2 eggs separated
    • ½ cup granulated sugar
    • ¼ cup salted butter melted
    • 2 Tablespoons canola oil
    • 1 ½ cups whole milk
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ½ cup mini chocolate chips
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    Instructions
     

    • In a medium bowl, mix together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sea salt. Set aside.
    • Preheat a waffle maker to medium heat (on our waffle maker we use “4 out of 6”).
    • Separate egg whites from yolks (make sure to save both parts of the egg).
    • Put whites in the bowl of a standing mixer and beat on high until stiff peaks form. Or, beat in a medium bowl with a handheld mixer.
    • Transfer beaten egg whites to a bowl and set aside in the refrigerator.
    • Add egg yolks, sugar, butter and canola oil to a large bowl and whisk to combine.
    • Whisk in milk and vanilla extract.
    • Add the dry ingredients and stir until smooth.
    • Gently fold in beaten egg whites until the mixture is smooth and uniform through.
    • Stir in chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
    • Spray waffle maker lightly with non-stick spray and scoop 1 cup of batter into the center of the waffle plates.
    • Cook on medium heat for 5-10 minutes or until the waffles are golden brown.
    • Repeat with remaining batter until it has all been used.
    • To keep warm: preheat oven to “warm” setting and put each batch of waffles on a large baking sheet in the warm oven until ready to serve.
    • Serve warm with maple syrup, whipped cream, fresh berries, etc. etc.

    Video

    Notes

    Ingredient Substitutions
    • All-purpose flour. If desired, you may substitute up to half of the flour with whole wheat pastry flour or white whole wheat flour.
    • Cocoa powder. use unsweetened cocoa powder, for a dark chocolate waffle you can use dark cocoa powder.
    • Granulated sugar. I suggest using white sugar, organic cane sugar, or coconut sugar.
    • Salted butter. Unsalted butter works well too.
    • Canola oil. You can substitute applesauce or additional butter, if your prefer.
    • Whole Milk. Half and half, heavy cream, or coconut milk work well.
    • Mini chocolate chips. I prefer minis because they distribute well throughout the batter and there are some in every bite. You can use regular, if desired.
    Store
    Let leftover chocolate waffles cool completely, then store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in the toaster.
    To freeze
    I suggest freezing these chocolate waffles to keep them fresh. To freeze, let them cool completely, then lay them out in a single layer on a baking sheet and put them in the freezer until they are hardened (about 1 hour).
    Once hardened, transfer the chocolate waffles to an airtight container or freezer-friendly storage bag, and freeze for up to 2 months.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1waffleCalories: 225kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 42mgSodium: 156mgPotassium: 205mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 224IUVitamin C: 0.05mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

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