fluffy Red Velvet Waffles
These Red Velvet Waffles are fluffy, rich, and lightly chocolatey.They are topped with a smooth cream cheese drizzle.Perfect for romantic brunches, holidays, and cozy weekend breakfasts.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your waffle iron to 375°F and lightly grease if needed.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs, whole milk, buttermilk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until smooth.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula until just combined. Small lumps are perfectly fine.
- Let the batter rest for 5 minutes for extra fluffy texture.
- Pour batter into the preheated waffle iron and cook the Red Velvet Waffles until crisp on the outside and soft inside, about 2–3 minutes depending on your waffle maker.
- While the waffles cook, prepare the cream cheese drizzle by beating cream cheese, powdered sugar, and heavy cream until smooth and pourable.
- Drizzle the cream cheese topping over warm waffles and serve immediately.
Notes
- Swap whole milk with almond milk for a lighter version.
- Add mini chocolate chips for extra decadence.
- Serve with maple syrup, berries, or powdered sugar.
- These waffles pair perfectly with coffee, hot chocolate, or fresh fruit.