Has there ever been a better word combination thanChocolate Waffles?I think not. This fluffy, rich chocolate waffle recipe may seem like a dessert, but they aren’t overly sweet—making them the perfect unexpected breakfast item.

choclate waffle on a white plate with whole strawberries beside them and sliced strawberries, butter, and syrup on top.

You can’t go wrong with anything containing carbs or chocolate. Add those two together, and we’re talking a WHOLE new ball game. TheseEasy Chocolate Wafflesmight trick you into thinking they’re best after a meal as asneaky healthy dessert, but the subtle sweetness stands out just enough to make them perfect contenders for any breakfast or brunch table.

I have a mild obsession with all breakfast foods, and I enjoy aclassic breakfast sandwichorcomforting breakfast casserole—but there’s something underrated about waffles. They don’t get nearly enough play time in the grand scheme of morning meals, but this fun and funky, yet simple, recipe might change that in your household.

choclate waffle on a wire rack with whole strawberries and a cup of orange juice beside them on top of a white and black towel on a blue background.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

An impressivebefore-school breakfast, afancy brunch, or if you’re abreakfast-for-dinnerkind of person, you’ll dig these in the evening, too!
Even though they’re made with cocoa powder, the sweetness isn’t too strong.
Pairs perfectly with all yourfavorite toppings—butter, syrup, and fresh fruitare some of my favorites!

Recipe Ingredients

Flour –regular all-purpose flour

Cocoa –I like the quality ofdutch-processcocoa

Sugar –plain granulated sugar

Baking powder –This will make the waffles fluffy.

Eggs –medium or large will both work

Oil –any neutral-flavored vegetable oil

Milk –any milk will work, including dairy-free

See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities.

How to Make Easy Chocolate Waffles

Whisk the dry ingredients in a bowl and make a well in the center.
Add the wet ingredients and whisk until combined and not too lumpy.
Cook in a warm waffle iron.

Recipe FAQs

Are chocolate waffles healthy?

What’s your definition of “healthy?” I believe homemade foods are always better for my family than processed foods. While this homemade chocolate waffle recipe does contain sugar and chocolate, I’m comfortable with those ingredients since I know what they are. If you enjoy a couple of chocolate waffles in moderation, that’s perfectly healthy to me.

What toppings can you put on chocolate waffles?

My imagination could run wild here. Ice cream? Candied walnuts? NUTELLA? Those are just a few options if you’re feeling extra creative. You can also stick to the typical waffle toppings: fresh or frozen berries, butter and maple syrup, buttermilk syrup, whipped cream, or powdered sugar.

Expert Tips

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for your waffle iron. Not all waffle irons are created equally—be sure youdon’t open up the waffle iron too soon!
If you want a heftier kick of chocolate,add a half cup of semi-sweet chocolate chipsto your batter!
For a lighter chocolate flavor, replace 1/4 cup cocoa powder with 1/4 cup flour.
A delicioushomemade brown sugar syruporhomemade buttermilk syrupwould be a perfect addition to these waffles.