How to Make Dark Chocolate Belgian Waffles

This family recipe for light and fluffy waffles goes back many years. We gave it a twist by making a chocolate version sure to please everyone. Top with butter, whipped cream and maple syrup.

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Dark Chocolate Belgian Waffles

Dark Chocolate Belgian Waffles

A chocolate version of a classic waffle recipe.

Photo by: Rennai Hoefer, Ten22 Studio

Rennai Hoefer, Ten22 Studio

Ingredients

Makes 6 waffles

  • 2 cups flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 4 tsps. baking powder
  • 3 eggs (divided)
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 tsps. vanilla
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
Dark Chocolate Belgian Waffles

Dark Chocolate Belgian Waffles

Ingredients needed to make dark chocolate Belgian waffles.

Photo by: Rennai Hoefer, Ten22 Studio

Rennai Hoefer, Ten22 Studio

Preparation

Separate egg whites from egg yolks into two small bowls.

Whip egg whites using hand mixer, then set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder and baking powder.

Dark Chocolate Belgian Waffles

Dark Chocolate Belgian Waffles

Combine ingredients in a large mixing bowl.

Photo by: Rennai Hoefer, Ten22 Studio

Rennai Hoefer, Ten22 Studio

In a medium mixing bowl, mix egg yolks, milk, vanilla and melted butter.

Gradually add wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Use a hand mixer to blend.

Gently fold whipped egg whites into batter.

Bake in a preheated waffle iron, according to directions.

Finish with your favorite toppings.

Dark Chocolate Belgian Waffles

Dark Chocolate Belgian Waffles

Finish your waffles with your favorite toppings.

Photo by: Rennai Hoefer, Ten22 Studio

Rennai Hoefer, Ten22 Studio

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