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as it can go from perfect to burnt in a flash. When it’s done, take it out and let it cool on a wire rack, where it will firm up a bit more. Now, let’s move on to the chocolate chip waffles.

Although I cooked it for the exact same amount of time as the others, this waffle was smoky, burnt, and super tough — I'm talking worry-about-whether-you'll-chip-your-teeth-on-it tough.