Gluten-free Chocolate Cherry Waffles, Paleo

These chocolate cherry waffles are satisfying grain-free, gluten-free, and dairy-free chocolate waffles filled with cherries. They are then topped in a cherry compote. The cherry chocolate flavor combo is delish!

We're all about making fancy breakfasts at home. From satisfying Paleo pancakes, to savory quiche lorraine, or zucchini egg muffins, it is always a treat to make a gourmet breakfast at home.

And these chocolate cherry waffles fit the fancy breakfast bill. Not only are they filled with chocolate and cherry flavor, but they are also topped in a cherry compote. All while being Paleo, dairy-free, and gluten-free.

Why this recipe works

• These waffles are a fun twist on classic waffles.
• They are just right for the chocolate cherry lover in your life.
• They are great for those following a Paleo, Gluten-free, Dairy-free or Grain-free diet.
• They are allergy friendly.

Recipe ingredients

• Cherries– fresh cherries work best here because you are cutting them up into pieces.
• Honey– raw organic honey works great here.
• Lemon juice– fresh squeezed or store bought.
• Eggs– these help bind the waffles together.
• Olive oil– any kind of olive oil works. This helps make the waffles crispy.
• Almond milk– make sure there are no added flavors or sweeteners.
• Maple syrup– you can use your favorite maple syrup here.
• Almond flour– make sure to use blanched almond flour because it is more refined in texture.
• Tapioca flour– this helps give a good texture to gluten-free baked goods.
• Arrowroot flour– this also helps give a good texture to gluten-free baked goods.
• Coconut flour– this is very absorbent so don’t use more than the recipe calls for.
• Cocoa powder– make sure the cocoa powder is unsweetened.
• Chocolate chips– HU chocolate is both dairy-free and Paleo.

See recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.

Additions/ Substitutions

• Honey and maple syrup can be used interchangeably in this recipe.
• Instead of olive oil, you can use avocado oil.
• Instead of almond milk, you can use any non-dairy milk of choice.

Step by step instructions

Step 1: Make the cherry compote. Put some of the cherries, the honey, and lemon juice into a pan and let boil for 10 minutes.

Step 2

Step 2: Put some diced cherries, eggs, olive oil, unsweetened almond milk, maple syrup and vanilla into a bowl and mix with handheld electric mixer until well mixed and bubbly in texture.

Step 3

Step 3: In another bowl, mix the almond flour, tapioca flour, arrowroot flour, coconut flour, baking soda, and cocoa powder together with a fork.

Then fold it into the bowl of wet ingredients.

Step 4: Pour the batter into your waffle maker and cook.

Step 5

Step 5: Cover your waffle in the cherry compote and serve.

Expert tips

• Cook your waffles according to the instructions on your waffle maker. We love this Villaware waffle maker.
• Serve warm with cherry compote, almond butter, chocolate chips and maple syrup on top.
• Store leftovers on the counter in an airtight container for 3 days.