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Fluffy Red Velvet Waffles Recipe Easy Homemade with Cream Cheese Drizzle

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These fluffy red velvet waffles combine the classic cake flavor with a light, tender waffle texture, topped with a tangy and smooth cream cheese drizzle. Perfect for festive brunches or cozy weekend mornings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (about 220g)
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups buttermilk (360ml), room temperature
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled (113g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened (about 113g)
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons milk (whole or 2%) or cream
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your waffle iron so it’s nice and hot when you’re ready (about 5 minutes).
  2. In a large bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk to combine evenly.
  3. In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and gently fold together with a spatula. Do not overmix; some lumps are okay.
  5. Lightly grease the waffle iron with non-stick spray or melted butter. Pour about ½ cup (120ml) of batter per waffle onto the iron, spread gently if needed.
  6. Close and cook for 4-5 minutes or until steam stops and waffles are crisp and deep red.
  7. While waffles cook, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable. Adjust milk to get the right consistency.
  8. Serve waffles immediately, stacked and drizzled generously with cream cheese sauce. Optionally add fresh berries or powdered sugar.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and buttermilk for best rise and texture. Do not overmix batter to keep waffles fluffy. Keep cooked waffles warm on a wire rack in a low oven to maintain crispness. Adjust red food coloring to desired vibrancy. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free blend and ensure baking powder is gluten-free. Vegan adaptations possible with flax eggs, plant-based milk, dairy-free butter and cream cheese.

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