The Most Perfect Chocolate Waffles

These light and fluffy chocolate waffles are the perfect start to a special day. Crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside, the entire family are sure to love these!!

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Chocolate Waffles? You got that right! These beauties are the perfect blend of Belgian Waffles and chocolate cake. Crisp on the outside, but decadently soft and chocolatey on the inside. They are so easy to make, these waffles get whipped up in a snap and can be on the table in 30 minutes.

These beauties are perfect for Mother's Day, Valentine's Day or just any old day you want to make someone feel extra special.

What's the Difference Between Waffles and Belgium Waffles?

Belgium waffles are deliciously thick while regular waffles are thinner. Belgium waffles are made in a waffle iron that has deeper grids than waffle irons you would find in the small appliance section. Belgium waffle batter is also made differently, by adding whipped egg whites to the batter.

Can You use Pancake Mix to Make Waffles?

Most pancake mixes can be made into waffles, by adding extra oil and an eggs. Many pancake mixes have instructions to make both pancakes and waffles on the box. 

Should Waffle Batter be Thick or Thin?

Waffle batter should be thicker than water, but not as thick as dough. It should move slowly when poured, almost like molasses or honey.

how to make chocolate waffles

You will need 3 bowls to make these waffles. 

First, start by whisking your dry ingredients in a large bowl. 

Secondly, seperate the egg whites from the egg yolks and whisk the egg yolk with the remaining wet ingredients. 

Add the egg yolk mixture to the dry ingredients and mix together.

Finally, whip your egg whites to medium peaks and gently fold them into the remaining batter.

Preheat your waffle iron before you start mixing your ingredients to make sure it is nice and hot!

PIN IT!!!

Equipment needed for this recipe

• waffle iron (I used my mini dash waffle iron)
• mixing bowls (3)
• measuring cups for both dry and liquid measures
• measuring spoons
• laddle or pitcher/glass measuring up with a spout
• whisk
• mixer

Perfect Chocolate Waffles

2 1/4 C flour

1/2 C cocoa powder

1/3 C brown sugar

2 tsp baking powder

1 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

2 large eggs, separated

2 C milk

1/2 C canola oil

1 tsp vanilla

1/2 tsp almond extract

Whipped cream for topping

caramel sauce to drizzle

strawberries, bananas, nuts etc for topping

Preheat your waffle iron, according to manufacturer's instructions.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Set aside.

In a second mixing bowl separate the egg whites, from the yolks; placing the whites in a third bowl. Whisk in the brown sugar into the egg yolks until smooth. Add in the milk, oil, vanilla and almond extract, whisking until well combined. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.

Using a mixer, beat the egg whites on high speed until medium peaks form. Using a spatula, gently fold the egg whites into the batter, until incorporated. 

Depending the size of your waffle iron, pour between 1/4 C (for my mini dash waffle iron), to 3/4 C (for a regular size waffle iron) of batter onto your hot waffle iron. Cook waffles according to manufacturers instructions, or for 4-6 minutes, until waffles are cooked through. 

Serve waffles with strawberries, bananas, nuts, whipped cream and a generous drizzle of caramel sauce.