Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp activated charcoal powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp espresso powder (dissolved in 1 tsp hot water)
Instructions
- Preheat waffle iron and lightly grease.
- Whisk flour, charcoal powder, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, egg, melted butter, and espresso mixture.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry; mix until just combined (do not overmix).
- Pour ¾ cup batter into waffle iron; cook 4–5 minutes until dark and crisp.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, and crushed peanuts.
Notes
- Activated charcoal may stain lightly — use black or dark boards for best presentation.
- For a vegan version, use almond milk, flax egg, and coconut oil.
- Espresso adds depth but can be omitted — flavor will be milder.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle
- Calories: 210 Kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 215 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
