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Delicious red velvet waffles topped with cream cheese icing and berries

Red Velvet Waffles

Red velvet waffles are a delightful twist on the classic breakfast favorite, infusing rich chocolate flavor with a stunning red hue and paired with a luscious cream cheese glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Waffle Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1¾ cups buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • ⅓ cup melted butter or vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring (gel recommended)
Cream Cheese Glaze Ingredients
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk To reach a drizzleable consistency

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your waffle iron to medium-high heat and lightly grease it if needed.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until well combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Cooking
  1. Spoon the batter into the preheated waffle iron and cook until the waffles are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.
  2. Transfer the waffles to a wire rack to keep them crisp while you repeat with the remaining batter.
Making the Cream Cheese Glaze
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and softened butter until smooth.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and enough milk to reach a drizzleable consistency.
Serving
  1. Drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the warm waffles and serve immediately.

Notes

Serve these waffles warm, topped with fresh berries, whipped cream, or chopped nuts. For more flavor, include turkey bacon or a fresh fruit salad.