Chocolate Lover’s Waffles

Published February 8, 2020

These waffles can make a great start to Valentine’s Day. Chocolate for breakfast? Why not? They also make a wonderful dessert.

The waffle batter has cocoa in it, for the chocolate flavor, but I added some cinnamon and nutmeg for a little spice. The flavor is wonderful.

Top them with whatever you like. For breakfast, warm maple syrup or a dusting of powdered sugar work well.

For dessert, I enjoy topping them with whipped cream and berries. You can also top with a scoop of ice cream and hot fudge. If you like, add some chocolate chips to the batter for a stronger chocolate taste.

Chocolate Waffles

2 eggs, room temperature

1/2 stick butter, melted and cooled

1 t. vanilla

1 c. buttermilk

1 c. flour

3/4 c. sugar

1/2 c. cocoa

1 t. cinnamon

1/2 each baking powder and baking soda

1/4 t. salt

1/4 t. nutmeg

Beat first three ingredients until light and foamy, about 2 minutes. Stir in milk. Beat in dry ingredients just until blended. Bake until waffles are cooked through. Makes 4 cups batter. Serve with whipped butter or sour cream and fresh fruit. I like them just dusted with powdered sugar, too.