Description
These Red Velvet Waffles are a delightful twist on classic waffles, featuring a rich cocoa flavor and vibrant red color. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, they are topped with creamy cream cheese frosting and fresh strawberries for an indulgent treat that balances sweetness and tang.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- Cream cheese frosting, for serving
- Fresh strawberries, for garnish
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and granulated sugar until well combined to ensure even distribution.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, thoroughly mix buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and uniformly colored.
- Make Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients bowl and gently mix until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep the waffles light and fluffy.
- Preheat Waffle Iron: Heat the waffle iron to medium-high and lightly grease its surface to prevent sticking.
- Cook Waffles: Pour batter onto the preheated waffle iron, covering about three-quarters of the surface, and cook for approximately 4 to 5 minutes or until steam ceases escaping and the waffles are crisp and cooked through.
- Serve: Carefully remove the waffles from the iron and immediately top with cream cheese frosting. Garnish with fresh strawberries for a burst of freshness.
Notes
- Use buttermilk for the best texture and flavor; regular milk can be substituted but may affect the fluffiness.
- Adjust the amount of red food coloring to achieve your preferred shade of red.
- To keep waffles crisp before serving, place cooked waffles on a wire rack in a warm oven (about 200°F) instead of stacking them.
- For a dairy-free option, use a vegan cream cheese frosting and plant-based milk alternative.
- Ensure the waffle iron is properly greased each time to prevent waffles from sticking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
