Chocolate Brunch Waffle Fruit (Printable)

Rich cocoa waffles crowned with fresh fruit and cream

# What you'll need:

→ Waffle Batter

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
04 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 1/4 cups whole milk
09 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Toppings

11 - 1 cup mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
12 - 1 banana, sliced
13 - 1/4 cup chopped toasted hazelnuts or walnuts
14 - 1/2 cup whipped cream
15 - 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup
16 - Powdered sugar for dusting

# Directions:

01 - Preheat waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat eggs, then whisk in milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
04 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; small lumps are acceptable.
05 - Lightly grease waffle iron. Pour 1/2 to 3/4 cup batter per waffle depending on iron size. Cook until crisp and cooked through, approximately 4 to 6 minutes.
06 - Transfer waffles to serving plates. Top with mixed berries, banana slices, nuts, whipped cream, chocolate syrup drizzle, and dusted powdered sugar. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The contrast between warm chocolate and cool fresh fruit makes every bite exciting
  • These waffles strike that perfect balance between indulgent and relatively wholesome
  • Your brunch guests will think you spent way more effort than you actually did
02 -
  • Overmixing the batter will make tough waffles, so stop as soon as the flour disappears
  • The waffles might look done before they are actually crispy all the way through
  • Letting the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking yields even fluffier results
03 -
  • Separate your eggs and fold in whipped egg whites for restaurant style height
  • Espresso powder in the batter enhances the chocolate without tasting like coffee

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