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Chocolate zucchini waffles stacked high, drizzled with syrup.
Lady Maria

Chocolate Zucchini Waffles

These crispy, fluffy Chocolate Zucchini Waffles are a healthy and indulgent way to sneak veggies into breakfast — rich cocoa flavor, melty chocolate chips, and zero sogginess!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 waffles
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1.25 cups milk or buttermilk
  • 4 tbsp melted butter or oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup shredded zucchini, squeezed dry
  • 0.5 cup chocolate chips (optional)
  • as needed cooking spray or butter for greasing waffle iron

Equipment

  • waffle iron
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • cheesecloth or clean towel
  • grater

Method
 

  1. Shred the zucchini and squeeze out as much moisture as possible using a towel or cheesecloth.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg, milk or buttermilk, melted butter or oil, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Fold in the squeezed zucchini and chocolate chips (if using).
  6. Preheat waffle iron and grease with spray or melted butter.
  7. Pour batter into hot waffle iron and cook 3–5 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
  8. Carefully remove and serve hot with desired toppings.

Notes

Be sure to squeeze your zucchini well to avoid soggy waffles. Use buttermilk for added tang and fluffiness. Add toppings like fresh berries, whipped cream, or syrup to make it even more special!