Chocolate waffle bark (high protein, grain free)
Chocolate Waffle Bark (High Protein, Grain-Free)
Chocolate lovers, get ready for a delicious and fun twist on waffles! This Chocolate Waffle Bark is a high-protein, grain-free treat that combines the comforting flavor of waffles with a rich chocolate coating. It’s perfect for a snack, dessert, or even a post-workout treat, thanks to its protein-packed ingredients. The crispy waffle triangles are covered in melted chocolate, sprinkled with fun toppings, and then frozen to create a bark that’s as satisfying as it is easy to make.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This Chocolate Waffle Bark is not your typical dessert. It’s made with a high-protein iwaffle base that’s both grain-free and gluten-free, using almond flour, tapioca starch, and grass-fed whey protein powder. Not only does it have that crispy waffle texture, but it’s also topped with a smooth chocolate coating that makes every bite feel indulgent. Plus, you can customize the toppings to match your mood or the season—think sprinkles, chopped nuts, or even a pinch of sea salt for a sweet and salty combo.
ingredients used for this recipe:
• Almond Flour: Provides a nutty flavor and adds a dose of healthy fats and protein.
• tapioca Starch: Helps bind the waffle batter and gives it that perfect crispness.
• Grass-Fed vanilla Whey Protein Powder: The star of this recipe, adding an extra boost of protein to keep you energized, but also giving them both a fluffy and crisp texture.
• Baking Powder: Helps the waffles rise and become fluffy.
• Salt: Enhances the overall flavor.
• refined Coconut Oil, melted and room temp: Adds moisture and richness to the waffles.
• Coconut or Maple Sugar (optional): For a touch of sweetness, but can be skipped for a lower sugar option.
• Dairy-Free Milk or milk of choice: Almond, soy, flax, or coconut milk all work well.
•Eggs: Helps bind the batter and gives the waffles structure.
Chocolate Bark Topping
• Chocolate Chips: Use dark, semi-sweet, or dairy-free chocolate for a vegan option. • Coconut Oil: This makes the melted chocolate smooth and easier to pour. • Toppings: Sprinkles, chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or a pinch of sea salt for added texture and flavor.
Chocolate waffle bark
Ingredients
Waffle Batter
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup tapioca starch
- 1/3 cup grass-fed whey protein powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup refined coconut oil, melted and room temp
- 3-4 tbsp coconut or maple sugar, optional
- 1/2 cup dairy-free milk, almond, soy, flax, coconut, etc.
- 2 eggs
- Topping Ingredients:
- 1 cup chocolate chips, dark, semi-sweet, or dairy-free
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- Toppings: sprinkles, chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or sea salt
Instructions
Make the Waffles:
- Preheat the waffle iron.
- In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, tapioca starch, protein powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk melted coconut oil, sugar (if using), dairy-free milk, and eggs.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients to form a batter.
- Cook in the waffle iron until golden and crispy. Let cool slightly, then cut into triangles.
Assemble the Bark:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange waffle triangles.
- Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Drizzle melted chocolate over waffle pieces and add toppings.
- Freeze for 20-30 minutes until chocolate is set.
Serve:
- Break into pieces and enjoy! Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.
