Chocolate Brunch Waffle (Printable)
Fluffy chocolate waffles with rich cocoa and a crisp exterior, ideal for a decadent and luxurious brunch.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
04 - 2 tsp baking powder
05 - 1/2 tsp baking soda
06 - 1/4 tsp salt
→ Wet Ingredients
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 1/3 cups whole milk
09 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
10 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
→ Add-Ins
11 - 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
→ For Serving
12 - Fresh berries
13 - Whipped cream
14 - Maple syrup or chocolate sauce
# Steps:
01 - Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix—the batter should be slightly lumpy.
05 - Fold in the chocolate chips if using.
06 - Lightly grease the waffle iron with nonstick spray or melted butter.
07 - Pour enough batter into the center of the waffle iron to just cover the grid. Close and cook until the waffle is crisp and cooked through (about 4–5 minutes).
08 - Repeat with the remaining batter.
09 - Serve warm, topped with berries, whipped cream, and a drizzle of maple syrup or chocolate sauce.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- They're genuinely fluffy on the inside with a crisp exterior that stays that way, even after sitting for a few minutes.
- Rich chocolate flavor without being overwhelming, so they work as breakfast and dessert depending on your toppings.
- The whole process takes less time than you'd expect, and you'll look like you've got your life together.
02 -
- The batter will seem thinner than you expect, and that's exactly right—thicker batter makes dense waffles, so trust the measurement.
- Cooled melted butter is essential because hot butter will scramble the eggs and ruin the texture before it even hits the waffle iron.
- Overmixing the batter is the most common mistake, and it's the difference between waffles that feel like cake and ones that taste like air with chocolate in it.
03 -
- Buttermilk instead of whole milk adds a subtle tang that makes the chocolate taste richer without tasting sour.
- Let the batter rest for two minutes after mixing—this gives the flour time to fully hydrate and makes the waffles slightly more tender.