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Crispy Chocolate Chip Waffles

Crispy Chocolate Chip Waffles

These Crispy Chocolate Chip Waffles are golden on the outside, soft on the inside, and loaded with melty chocolate chips in every bite. Perfect for weekend brunch, busy weekday mornings, or a sweet breakfast treat. Serve with fluffy whipped cream, warm fudge sauce, or your favorite waffle toppings for a decadent twist on classic breakfast waffles.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 Waffles
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Dry Ingredients:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • Wet Ingredients:
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 ¾ cups milk or buttermilk for extra crispiness
  • ⅓ cup melted butter or neutral oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Add-Ins:
  • 1 cup chocolate chips mini or regular
  • Optional Toppings:
  • Whipped cream
  • Maple syrup
  • Warm fudge sauce
  • Sliced bananas or strawberries
  • Powdered sugar

Method
 

  1. Preheat waffle iron
  2. Preheat your waffle maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions until fully heated.
  3. Mix the dry ingredients
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Combine the wet ingredients
  6. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, then add milk, melted butter, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
  7. Create the batter
  8. Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix. The batter should be slightly lumpy.
  9. Fold in chocolate chips
  10. Gently fold in the chocolate chips, making sure they are evenly distributed.
  11. Lightly grease waffle maker
  12. Spray the waffle plates with nonstick spray or brush with melted butter.
  13. Cook the waffles
  14. Pour batter into the waffle iron (about ½–¾ cup depending on size). Cook for 3–5 minutes, or until the waffles are crispy and golden brown.
  15. Serve warm
  16. Serve immediately with whipped cream, fresh fruit, fudge sauce, or your favorite waffle toppings.

Notes

 
Super Crispy Tip: Replace regular milk with buttermilk for extra crunch and flavor.
Chocolate Melting Tip: If chocolate chips tend to burn on your waffle iron, mix half into the batter and sprinkle the rest on top before closing the lid.
Make Ahead: Cook waffles and freeze individually. Reheat in toaster or oven for 3–4 minutes.
Flavor Variations: Add cinnamon, cocoa powder, or a handful of chopped nuts.
Breakfast or Dessert: These waffles double as a fun dessert — top with ice cream and hot fudge for a “food cakes” inspired treat.