Grease a waffle machine with non-stick spray.

1 Waffles Mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda, salt, orange zest and chocolate chips (if using) in a mixing bowl.

2 Whisk the remaining ingredients together well in a jug.

3 Pour the buttermilk mixture into the flour mixture and mix well. Set aside while you prepare the sauce.

4 Chocolate sauce Put the chocolate and cream in a microwave-safe glass bowl or jug. Heat for a minute and mix well. If the chocolate hasn’t melted completely, heat for another 30 seconds. Stir in the salt.

5 Heat the waffle machine and spoon some of the batter in, making sure the batter covers the entire surface. Cook until done and repeat with the rest of the batter.

6 Slice the waffles and serve with the chocolate sauce for dipping.

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