Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Red Velvet Waffles with Cream Cheese Glaze, a perfect breakfast treat that combines vibrant color and rich flavor. These fluffy waffles are infused with cocoa and topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze, making them an irresistible addition to any occasion, from Valentine’s Day to cozy family brunches. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up this eye-catching dish that promises to impress your loved ones. Whether paired with fresh berries or a drizzle of maple syrup, these waffles bring warmth and joy to your table.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp plus 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 3/4 cups buttermilk
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp red food coloring
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened (room temp)
- 4 tbsp butter, softened (room temp)
- 1 1/2 cups confectioners sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Make the glaze by whipping cream cheese and butter until smooth; gradually add sugar, vanilla, and milk until fully combined. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, apple cider vinegar, and red food coloring until smooth.
- Combine the wet ingredients into the dry mixture; stir until just combined.
- Preheat the waffle iron and spray with nonstick cooking spray. Pour batter into the iron and cook until crispy (about 3 minutes).
- Serve warm waffles drizzled with cream cheese glaze and optional toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 waffles (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg