Red Velvet Waffles Cream Cheese Syrup (Printable Version)
Fluffy, chocolatey red velvet waffles, served warm with a rich, tangy cream cheese syrup. A festive breakfast or brunch treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Red Velvet Waffles
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
04 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 3/4 cups buttermilk
09 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
11 - 1 tablespoon red food coloring
12 - 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
→ For the Cream Cheese Syrup
13 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
14 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
15 - 1 cup powdered sugar
16 - 1/3 cup milk
17 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
18 - Pinch of salt
# Step-by-Step:
01 - Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions to the desired setting.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the large eggs, buttermilk, melted unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until the mixture is well combined and uniformly colored.
04 - Pour the prepared wet ingredients into the dry ingredient mixture. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix. If using, carefully fold in the mini chocolate chips.
05 - Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron. Pour approximately 1/2 to 3/4 cup of batter per waffle, adjusting for your iron's size. Cook until the waffles are crisp, golden brown, and cooked through, which typically takes about 4 to 5 minutes. Repeat this process with the remaining batter until all waffles are cooked.
06 - For the accompanying syrup, in a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and softened unsalted butter with an electric mixer or hand mixer until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, whisking until a pourable syrup consistency is achieved. Add additional milk, a tablespoon at a time, if a thinner consistency is desired.
07 - Serve the freshly cooked red velvet waffles warm, generously drizzled with the prepared cream cheese syrup.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It's a fantastic way to elevate a simple breakfast into something truly special and memorable, without too much fuss.
- The combination of fluffy waffles with that decadent, tangy cream cheese syrup is genuinely addictive and surprisingly easy to achieve.
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- Don't overmix the batter; it's the most common mistake and leads to tough, chewy waffles instead of light, fluffy ones.
- A hot waffle iron is crucial for crispy exteriors; if it's not hot enough, your waffles will be soft and pale.
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- For the most vibrant red, opt for a good quality gel food coloring; liquid coloring might require more and thin your batter slightly.
- Don't overcrowd your waffle iron; allow space for the batter to spread and for even cooking, resulting in perfectly shaped waffles.