Chocolate Chip Waffles

Aug 2, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A stack of golden chocolate chip waffles on a plate with a pat of butter and the toppings from the recipe

Crisp yet tender chocolate chip waffles flavored with cocoa powder and pure vanilla bean. A rich buttermilk batter balances deep chocolate notes with a satisfying vanilla aroma.

Prep 15 min

Cook 15 min

Total 30 min

Yield 5 waffles

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Ingredients

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waffles

2.0 cups (240.0 g)all-purpose flour
¼ cup (25.0 g)unsweetened cocoa powder
2.0 tbsp (25.0 g)sugar
2.0 tsp (8.0 g)baking powder
½ tsp (2.0 g)baking soda
½ tsp (3.0 g)fine sea salt
2.0 large (100.0 g)eggs
1 ¾ cups (420.0 ml)buttermilk
6.0 tbsp (85.0 g)unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1.0vanilla bean, split and scraped
⅓ cup (55.0 g)semisweet chocolate chips

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Instructions

Preheat waffle iron according to manufacturer’s instructions.
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and fine sea salt until evenly combined.
In a separate bowl, crack the eggs and whisk gently. Add the buttermilk, melted butter, and the scraped seeds from the vanilla bean; whisk until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and fold gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the waffles tender. Fold in the chocolate chips evenly.
Lightly grease the waffle iron with neutral oil or butter. Pour enough batter onto the hot iron to just cover the waffle grid (about 1/2 to 2/3 cup batter per waffle).
Cook according to your waffle iron’s instructions, usually 4 to 5 minutes, until the waffles are crisp on the outside and spring back when touched.
Carefully remove the waffles and keep warm on a wire rack or in a low oven while you cook the remaining batter.
Serve the waffles immediately with butter, syrup, or your preferred toppings.

Tips

For a more intense vanilla flavor, use vanilla bean paste or add 1 tsp pure vanilla extract along with the seeds.
Do not overmix the batter; a few lumps are fine and will keep waffles light and fluffy.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make chocolate chip waffles?

Plan on 15 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes about 5 waffles.

How should I store chocolate chip waffles?

Store leftover waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a toaster or oven for best texture.

Can I make chocolate chip waffles ahead?

The batter can be prepared up to 1 hour in advance and kept chilled until cooking.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped. Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

Crisp yet tender chocolate chip waffles flavored with cocoa powder and pure vanilla bean. A rich buttermilk batter balances deep chocolate notes with a satisfying vanilla aroma.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 5 servings this recipe makes.

395 Calories / serving

17.6g Fat

49.9g Carbs

11.3g Protein

10.7g Sugar

Whole recipe (5 servings): ~1975 cal · 88g fat · 250g carbs · 57g protein · 54g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 395 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 75 min·4.4 mi·~8800 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 54 min·2.7 mi·~5400 steps
Moderate cycling 40 min·8.0 mi
Swimming laps 55 min
Jogging 39 min·3.3 mi·~6250 steps
Stair climbing 36 min·~3250 steps
Dancing 64 min
Bodyweight circuit training 40 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 92 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.