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Rich, chocolate cake gets a playful twist in these Chocolate Waffles. They’re everything you love about a classic chocolate cake, only reimagined into fluffy, crispy waffles that feel just as perfect for breakfast as they do for dessert. And the best part is, this chocolate waffles recipe is simple enough to whip up without any fussy steps.
Since Mother’s Day is all about spoiling mum, these dark chocolate waffles are the sweetest way to start or end her day. Light, airy, and completely indulgent, they’ll be a decadent treat everyone at the table will love. If you’ve ever dreamed of cake waffles that taste just as good as they sound, this is the one to try.
What Makes This Recipe Work So Well
These Chocolate Waffles strike the perfect balance between crisp edges and a soft, fluffy interior, giving you that irresistible chocolate cake texture in waffle form. Because the batter comes together in minutes, you’ll have a decadent breakfast or dessert ready without the fuss, making it one of the easiest chocolate waffles recipes to love.
The rich cocoa flavor makes them taste like dark chocolate waffles, yet they’re light enough to enjoy any time of day. Whether you serve them with berries and cream, a drizzle of syrup, or even a scoop of ice cream, these cake waffles are the kind of indulgence that turns an ordinary day into something special.
What Goes Into Chocolate Waffles
Making Chocolate Waffles doesn’t require anything fancy, just a handful of pantry staples that transform into something rich and indulgent.
- All Purpose Flour: The foundation of the batter, providing structure while keeping the waffles light and tender.
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: Delivers that unmistakable chocolate flavor, turning these waffles into a true chocolate lovers’ dream.
- Brown Sugar: Adds just the right amount of sweetness while also bringing a subtle caramel note that deepens the overall flavor.
- Eggs: Help bind the batter together and create a fluffy, cake-like texture that makes these waffles so satisfying.
Note: Please see recipe card at the bottom for a full list of ingredients with measurements.
How To Make Chocolate Waffles
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
- Combine the Wet Ingredients: Make a well in the center of the mix, then add eggs, oil or melted butter, and milk, gently whisking to bring everything together.
- Form the Batter: Stir the wet and dry ingredients until the batter is smooth and lump-free, being careful not to overmix so the waffles stay fluffy.
- Cook the Waffles: Preheat your waffle iron and cook the batter according to the manufacturer’s instructions until golden, crisp on the outside, and fluffy inside.
- Prepare the Ganache: For a Nutella ganache, melt 1/4 cup of Nutella in the microwave for 30–60 seconds, then beat in 3–4 tablespoons of milk until smooth.
- Serve and Enjoy: Plate the warm chocolate waffles with a dusting of powdered sugar or sweetener, and drizzle generously with melted Nutella or ganache.
For an indulgent breakfast spread, pair these Chocolate Waffles with Caramelized Fig Toasted Oatmeal. The warm, jammy figs add a natural sweetness and a touch of elegance, balancing the deep cocoa flavor in the waffles. It’s a combination that feels special yet comforting.
To round out dessert or a brunch table, try Coconut Cream Pie Waffles for a playful double-waffle theme or go tropical with a refreshing Pineapple Rum Punch on the side. Both options highlight the indulgence of cake waffles in unexpected ways, making your spread stand out from the ordinary.
Recipe FAQ’s
Yes! Melted dark chocolate can be added to the batter for extra richness, but keep the cocoa powder for structure and a balanced chocolate flavor.
Cooking the batter a little longer in the waffle iron helps, but using oil instead of butter also gives your chocolate waffles a crispier edge.
Fresh berries, whipped cream, Nutella, caramel sauce, or even a scoop of ice cream make decadent toppings for these waffles.
Chocolate Waffles
Ingredients
- 2 cups all purpose flour or plain flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs large, lightly beaten
- 1/3 cup oil or reduced fat melted butter
- 1 3/4 cups milk
Instructions
- In a large bowl whisk together flour, cocoa powder, brown sugar, baking powder and salt.
- Make a well in the centre of the dry ingredients; add the eggs, oil (or melted butter), and milk. Mix the wet ingredients into the dry until the batter is well combined and smooth.
- Cook waffles according to manufacturers instructions.
- Serve warm with powdered sweetener or sugar and melted Nutella or chocolate.
- To make a Nutella Ganache: Melt 1/4 cup of Nutella in the microwave for 30-60 seconds until reaching a thinner consistency. Beat in 3-4 tablespoons of milk (it will look like its about to seize, but keep beating)! It will start to look glossy and smooth after about 30 seconds. You’re welcome.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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I made these chocolate waffles today. What a good recipe. The batter smelled great even before the waffles were made. I filled the machine with 1/2 c of batter and chose to add chocolate chips to each waffle. I did some with semi-sweet chips and made some with espresso chocolate chips. My Cuisinart waffle iron makes one 7″ waffle every 1.5 minutes. This recipe made 8 waffles. Dad was here and he said he didn’t think he’d care for a chocolate waffle. He tested it and pronounced it “very good”.
Hubby suggested chocolate waffles for supper tonight and I found your recipe. I added some chopped walnuts after pouring the batter in the waffle iron, and sliced strawberries to serve on the side. Delicious!!! We will be adding this to the “keep” list and having these again. Other recipes look yummy, too. Thanks.
you should make a youtube channel.
Oh so lovely! Breakfast already planned is the best! Thanks!
You’re welcome Victoria!
You are a very nice mom! My kids eat cereal, toast or porridge for breakfast. That is it. I cook all lunches and dinners. Breakfast – God help you, children. And man hunger is the driving force. They come up with frozen fruit on top of their porridge, eggs etc. ideas.