Chocolate Waffles with Chocolate Drizzle

Ingredients:

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 3/4 cups milk
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)

Method:

1. Preheat your Hamilton Beach Pro Smart Waffle Maker to the desired setting according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then stir in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well blended.

4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to over mix; a few lumps are fine. If desired, fold in the mini chocolate chips for an extra chocolatey treat.

5. Lightly grease the waffle plates with a small amount of melted butter or cooking spray. Pour the batter onto the centre of the preheated waffle maker, spreading it out slightly to cover most of the surface.

6. Close the lid and cook according to your waffle maker’s instructions, typically for 4-5 minutes or until the waffles are crisp and cooked through.

Serve: Carefully remove the waffles from the waffle maker and serve immediately. Top with your favourite toppings like whipped cream, fresh berries, powdered sugar, or a drizzle of chocolate syrup.

 

Tips:

• For an even richer flavour, you can add a teaspoon of instant coffee granules to the dry ingredients.
• Preheat the waffle maker thoroughly to achieve the best texture and crispiness.
• These chocolate waffles can also be served with a scoop of ice cream for a delightful dessert.

Enjoy these luscious chocolate waffles, perfect for making any breakfast or brunch feel extra special!