Hazelnut & chocolate chip waffles

This recipe builds on the classic harmony of hazelnut and chocolate, but inside the batter! The natural oils of the ground hazelnuts add extra moistness to the waffle, while the chocolate chips melt as little surprises during baking. Not as sweet as you might think; the roasted flavour of the hazelnut nicely balances the sugar.
🕒 Prep Time 10 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 25 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 380 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Belgian, American

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Waffle iron
  • Two mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Allergen Information

⚠️ Cereals containing gluten
⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Eggs
⚠️ Nuts

Instructions

1

Mix the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, sugar, ground hazelnuts.

Tip: It is worth grinding the hazelnuts finely so the batter structure is uniform.
2

Whisk the egg with the milk and melted butter.

Tip: The butter should not be hot, to avoid curdling the egg.
3

Pour the wet into the dry, work together quickly, then fold in the chocolate chips.

Tip: Add the chocolate chips at the very end so they don't melt from the warmth of your hand or the lukewarm butter.
4

Bake in a hot waffle iron.

Tip: If the chocolate touches the iron, it will caramelise and burn a little – wipe this off with kitchen paper between batches.

Recipe FAQ

Why did the waffle turn out rubbery?
You overmixed the batter and activated the gluten. Just fold it together loosely!
Can I use milk chocolate?
Yes, but it burns more easily due to the higher sugar content. Dark chocolate is a safer choice.

Ingredients

  • 200 g Plain flour
  • 10 g Baking powder
  • 50 g Caster sugar
  • 2 pcs Eggs
  • 250 ml Milk
  • 60 g Melted butter
  • 50 g Ground hazelnuts
  • 50 g Chocolate chips (bake stable)