Chocolate Carrot Waffles Recipe

Name: Chocolate Carrot Waffles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups White Whole Wheat Flour; 1-1/2 Tablespoon Wheat Germ (optional); 1/2 teaspoons Baking Soda; 1 teaspoon Baking Powder; 1/8 teaspoons Salt; 3 Tablespoons Brown Sugar; 1/3 cups Cocoa Powder; 1 teaspoon Cinnamon; 3/4 teaspoons Nutmeg; 1 teaspoon Allspice; 2 whole Eggs, Beaten; 3 Tablespoons Canola Oil; 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract; 1-3/4 cup Buttermilk; 1-1/2 cup Carrots, Finely Grated; 1 cup Walnuts, Finely Chopped; 1/2 cups Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips, Or More To Taste; Cooking Spray; Pure Maple Syrup, Cinnamon Honey Butter, Or Freshly Whipped Cream, For Garnish

Servings: persons

2 cups White Whole Wheat Flour
1-1/2 Tablespoon Wheat Germ (optional)
1/2 teaspoons Baking Soda
1 teaspoon Baking Powder
1/8 teaspoons Salt
3 Tablespoons Brown Sugar
1/3 cups Cocoa Powder
1 teaspoon Cinnamon
3/4 teaspoons Nutmeg
1 teaspoon Allspice
2 whole Eggs, Beaten
3 Tablespoons Canola Oil
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1-3/4 cup Buttermilk
1-1/2 cup Carrots, Finely Grated
1 cup Walnuts, Finely Chopped
1/2 cups Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips, Or More To Taste
Cooking Spray
Pure Maple Syrup, Cinnamon Honey Butter, Or Freshly Whipped Cream, For Garnish

1
Preheat waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.
2
In a large bowl, combine the flour, wheat germ, baking soda, baking powder, salt, sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice. Set aside.
3
In another bowl beat the eggs and canola oil together then mix in the vanilla and the buttermilk. Add the wet ingredients into the dry and stir until combined. Fold in the grated carrots, walnuts and chocolate chips.
4
Spray preheated waffle iron with cooking spray and spoon about 1/4 cup of the batter into each waffle compartment, or according to the waffle iron instructions. Close the top and cook until the waffle iron signals, or until the waffle is golden, crispy and comes out easily.
5
They are best served immediately, or kept warm on a wire rack in a 200 F oven while you finish with the remaining batter.

939

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups White Whole Wheat Flour, 1-1/2 Tablespoon Wheat Germ (optional), 1/2 teaspoons Baking Soda, 1 teaspoon Baking Powder, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Carrot Waffles falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chocolate Carrot Waffles

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Variations & substitutions

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