Chocolate Caramel Walnut Banana Waffles

Ingredients:

For the Chocolate Waffles:

• 1 egg
• 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons flour
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 4 tablespoons sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder

For the Banana Caramel Walnut Sauce:

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 ripe bananas, sliced
• 3/4 cup caramel sauce
• 1/2 cup toasted walnuts, chopped
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional additions:

• A pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg
• A splash of rum or bourbon

Instructions:

To Prepare the Chocolate Waffles:

1. Combine wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together egg, milk, vanilla extract, and oil.
2. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and baking powder.
3. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
4. Cook waffles: Preheat a waffle iron. Pour batter onto the preheated iron and cook according to manufacturer's instructions.

To Prepare the Banana Caramel Walnut Sauce:

1. Melt butter and warm bananas: In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add sliced bananas and cook until softened.
2. Combine ingredients: Stir in caramel sauce, toasted walnuts, and vanilla extract. Cook for a minute or two until heated through.

To Serve:

1. Top each waffle with a generous serving of warm banana caramel walnut sauce.
2. Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.

Optional additions:

• For extra flavor: Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the waffle batter.
• For a richer flavor: Add a splash of rum or bourbon to the caramel sauce.
• For a crunchy topping: Sprinkle chopped nuts or chocolate chips on top of the waffles.

Enjoy your delicious Chocolate Waffles with Banana Caramel Walnut Sauce!