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Fluffy Red Velvet Waffles Recipe with Easy Cream Cheese Glaze

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These fluffy red velvet waffles combine the nostalgic flavors of red velvet cake with a tender crumb and a tangy cream cheese glaze, perfect for brunch or a sweet treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-processed if available)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1¾ cups (420ml) buttermilk, room temperature
  • ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring (gel or liquid)
  • For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
  • 4 ounces (115g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) milk (whole milk preferred)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturer instructions (usually 5-7 minutes). Lightly grease with non-stick spray or melted butter.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and granulated sugar. Whisk to combine evenly.
  3. In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until smooth and homogenous.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mix. Gently fold together with a spatula just until combined; a few lumps are okay. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour about ½ cup (120ml) batter onto the preheated waffle iron. Close the lid and cook for 4-5 minutes or until the waffle is crisp on the outside and springs back when lightly touched.
  6. Transfer the cooked waffle to a wire rack to prevent sogginess. Repeat with remaining batter.
  7. To make the cream cheese glaze, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable. Adjust milk or powdered sugar to reach desired consistency.
  8. Drizzle the cream cheese glaze generously over warm waffles. Optionally, sprinkle with mini chocolate chips or fresh berries.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Do not overmix the batter to keep waffles light and fluffy. Keep cooked waffles on a wire rack to maintain crispness. The cream cheese glaze can be made dairy-free by using vegan cream cheese and plant-based milk. Batter can be prepared the night before and stored in the fridge.

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