Part 25 (2/2)

Nonstick cooking spray

For best results, use a Belgian-style waffle maker, especially one that has temperature control to ensure perfectly cooked waffles. If you're using a regular waffle iron, you might need to use slightly less batter per waffle.

PREHEAT YOUR waffle iron according to the manufacturer's directions. Have a heat-proof silicone spatula on hand to help remove the hot waffles when ready.

Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt into a large bowl. Form a well in the center of the sifted ingredients. In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy milk, water, soy yogurt, canola oil, sugar, and vanilla.

Pour the wet ingredients into the well of the dry ingredients. Use a wire whisk to combine all the ingredients. Just before everything is fully blended, fold in the chopped chocolate chips and pecans. Combine until the ingredients are just moistened; do not overmix.

When the waffle maker is heated and ready to go, spray its cooking surfaces with cooking spray. Follow the manufacturer's directions regarding how much batter to use (for most square, Belgian-style waffle makers, about cup batter per waffle works). Bake according to the waffle iron directions; the waffles should be lightly browned. Use a spatula to carefully lift the waffles onto a cutting board. Separate with a knife and serve immediately.

BANANA-NUT WAFFLES.

MAKES 14 TO 16 WAFFLES.

TIME: 30 MINUTES.

With lots of bananas and walnuts, even the biggest morning-haters will roll out of bed for these. Sliced fresh strawberries and bananas on top make these bad boys really sing.

1 cups soy milk

cup water

2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar

2 average-size bananas

3 tablespoons canola oil

3 tablespoons pure maple syrup or agave syrup

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

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