Indicator light will turn red. When light turns green again, w a ffle is ready. Open cover and carefully remove baked waffle. Repeat with remaining batter. For best results, serve i m m e d i a t e l y. However, you may keep waff l e s warm in a 200°F (95°C) oven until ready to serve. * We recommend using setting #4 to achieve a golden brown baked waffle. Adjust the browning control if you prefer lighter or darker waffles. Nutritional information per serving: Calories 209 (50% from fat) • carb. 21g • pro. 5g • fat 12g • sat. fat 1g • chol. 4mg • sod. 182mg • calc. 83mg • fiber 1g DOUBLE CHOCOLATE WA F F L E S Chocolate for breakfast? Why not? You could also try these as a delightful ending to brunch or as a dessert, topped with your favorite ice cream and sauce. Makes twelve 4–inch (10 cm) waffles 1-3/4 cups (425 ml) all-purpose flour 3/4 cup (175 ml) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (125 ml) cocoa, preferably Dutch process 1 tablespoon (15 ml) baking powder 1/2 teaspoon (2 ml) salt 1/2 teaspoon (2 ml) cinnamon 2 cups (500 ml) reduced fat milk 6 tablespoons (90 ml) vegetable oil 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract 1/2 cup (125 ml) semi-sweet mini chocolate morsels Place all the ingredients except the chocolate morsels in a large mixing bowl and combine until well blended and smooth. Let batter sit 5 minutes before using. Preheat your Cuisinart® Belgian Waffle Baker on setting #4* (green indicator light will be illuminated when preheated). Pour 3/4 cup (175 ml) batter onto preheated waffle baker grid. Using a heat-proof spatula, spread batter until evenly distributed. Sprinkle 2 teaspoons (10 ml) of the mini chocolate morsels evenly over each waffle. Allow batter to bubble for 5–10 seconds, then close cover of waffle baker. Indicator light will turn red. When light turns green again, waffle is ready. Repeat with remaining batter. For best results, serve immediately. However, you may keep waffles warm in a 200°F (95°C) oven until ready to serve. * We recommend using setting #4 to achieve a crispy brown baked waffle. Adjust the browning control if you prefer softer or crispier waffles. Nutritional analysis per serving: Calories 265 (39% from fat) • carb. 37g • pro. 5g • fat 12g • sat. fat 3g • chol. 38mg • sod. 187mg • calc. 62mg • fiber 3g BANANA CHIP WA F F L E S Kids and adults love chocolate for breakfast! Sprinkle with powdered sugar for breakfast or top with a scoop of ice cream for an afternoon snack. Makes ten 4-inch (10 cm) waffles 2 cups (500 ml) all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons (30 ml) sugar 1 tablespoon (15 ml) baking powder 1/2 teaspoon (2 ml) salt 2-1/4 cups (550 ml) reduced fat milk 1/2 cup (125 ml) mashed banana (1 medium banana) 6 tablespoons (90 ml) vegetable oil 2 large eggs 5 tablespoons (75 ml) mini chocolate chips Place first 8 ingredients (not mini chips) in a large mixing bowl and combine until well blended and smooth. Let batter sit 5 minutes before using. Preheat your Cuisinart® Belgian Waffle Baker on setting #4* (green indicator light will be illuminated when preheated). Pour 3/4 cup (175 ml) batter onto preheated waff l e baker grid. Using a heat-proof plastic spatula, spread batter until evenly distributed. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of mini chips over batter. Allow batter to bubble for 5 -10 seconds, then close cover of waffle baker. Indicator light will turn red. When light turns green again, waffle is ready. Open cover and carefully remove baked waffle. Repeat with remaining batter. For best results, serve immed i a t e l y. However, you may keep waffles warm in a 200°F (95°C) oven until ready to serve. * We recommend using setting #4 to achieve a golden brown baked waffle. Adjust the browning control if you prefer lighter or darker waffles. Nutritional information per serving: Calories 238 (43% from fat) • carb. 29g • pro. 5g • fat 11g • sat. fat 3g • chol. 39mg • sod. 189mg • calc. 64mg • fiber 2g For Banana Nut Waffles: Omit mini chocolate morsels. Add 1/2 cup (125 ml) chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds) to batter before baking. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Once you have finished baking, remove plug from electrical outlet. Leave top lid open so grids begin to cool. Never take your waffle baker apart for cleaning. Simply brush crumbs from grooves, and absorb any excess cooking oil by wiping with a dry cloth or paper towel. You may clean the grids by wiping with a damp cloth, to prevent staining and sticking from batter or oil buildup. Be certain grids have cooled completely before cleaning. If batter adheres to plates, simply pour a little cooking oil onto the baked batter and let stand approximately 5 minutes, thus allowing batter to soften for easy removal. To clean exterior, wipe with a soft dry cloth. Never use an abrasive cleanser or harsh pad. NEVER IMMERSE CORD, PLUG OR UNIT IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUID. STORAGE Store with cord wrapped securely around base. For compact storage, stand waffle baker upright on opening end with Cuisinart logo facing you. The waffle maker has been...