Name: Black Forest Waffles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: German-Inspired
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup cocoa powder; 2 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp baking soda; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 1/4 cups buttermilk; 1/3 cup melted butter or vegetable oil; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 2 cups cherries (fresh or frozen, pitted); 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping); 1 tbsp cornstarch; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 2 tbsp water (plus more for slurry); Whipped cream, for serving; Chocolate sauce or melted chocolate, for drizzling; Chocolate shavings (optional)

Description

Black Forest waffles are a decadent breakfast or dessert inspired by the classic German cake, featuring chocolate waffles topped with cherry compote, whipped cream, and a drizzle of chocolate sauce. A rich and indulgent dish perfect for special occasions.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cocoa powder
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 1/4 cups buttermilk
1/3 cup melted butter or vegetable oil
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups cherries (fresh or frozen, pitted)
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp water (plus more for slurry)
Whipped cream, for serving
Chocolate sauce or melted chocolate, for drizzling
Chocolate shavings (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat waffle iron and lightly grease.
Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar in a large bowl.
In a separate bowl, beat eggs and mix in buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
Combine wet and dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Pour batter into waffle iron and cook according to manufacturer’s instructions.
For cherry topping, combine cherries, sugar, lemon juice, and 2 tbsp water in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer.
Mix cornstarch with a little cold water to form a slurry, then stir into the cherry mixture. Cook until thickened.
Serve waffles warm topped with cherry compote, whipped cream, chocolate sauce, and optional chocolate shavings.

Notes

Add mini chocolate chips to batter for more chocolate flavor.
Stir kirsch into the cherry compote for an adult twist.
Use vanilla yogurt instead of whipped cream for a lighter option.
Waffles can be made ahead and reheated in the toaster or oven.
Use canned cherry pie filling for a shortcut.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 waffle with toppings
Calories: 380
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 240mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 46g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 85mg