1-First, in a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This helps mix the dry ingredients evenly and sets the base for a great texture. Once that’s done, move on to the wet components for a smooth blend.

2-Next, in a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Remember, a few lumps are okay as they help keep the waffles light and airy.

3-Preheat your waffle iron and brush it with melted butter or spray it with nonstick cooking spray to avoid sticking. Then, add about ¼ to ⅓ cup of batter into each cavity, adjusting based on your waffle maker’s size. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the waffles are steaming and a darker brown color, then place them on a wire rack to stay crisp.