Description
Fluffy, rich Chocolate Buttermilk Waffles combine the tangy goodness of buttermilk with luscious cocoa to create waffles packed with deep chocolate flavor and perfect airy texture. Easy and quick to prepare, these waffles are ideal for weekend treats or special brunches and customizable with a variety of add-ins and toppings.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 ¾ cups buttermilk
- ¼ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and granulated sugar until evenly combined. This ensures proper distribution of chocolate flavor and leavening agents throughout the batter.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the eggs with the buttermilk, vegetable oil (or melted butter), and vanilla extract until smooth. The buttermilk adds tanginess that balances the chocolate’s richness, and the oil keeps the waffles tender.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, folding gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to maintain lightness and prevent dense waffles.
- Preheat Your Waffle Iron: Heat the waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions and lightly grease it to prevent sticking. A well-heated iron is essential for achieving crispy edges and perfectly cooked centers.
- Cook the Waffles: Pour the batter onto the waffle iron, spreading it evenly. Close and cook until waffles are firm and crispy, usually 3–5 minutes depending on your appliance.
- Serve and Enjoy: Carefully remove the waffles and serve immediately with your favorite toppings or sides. To keep multiple waffles warm, place finished ones in a low oven until ready to serve.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs for better emulsification and fluffier waffles.
- Mix batter just until combined to avoid tough waffles.
- Always preheat the waffle iron well before cooking.
- Use real buttermilk for best flavor and fluffiness; see FAQs for substitutions.
- Keep cooked waffles warm on a wire rack in a low oven to maintain crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking on waffle iron
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: chocolate waffles, buttermilk waffles, breakfast, brunch, easy waffles, fluffy waffles, chocolate breakfast
