This easy Red Velvet Waffle Recipe makes the best breakfast for any special morning. The rich, chocolatey, slightly tangy waffles have a hint of sweetness in every bite.
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Red Velvet Waffle Mix
This Red Velvet Waffle Recipe makes crispy waffles that are fluffy on the inside. The red color is festive and fun for Christmas morning or Valentine’s Day.
This recipe is a favorite at our house. It’s easy to make, made from scratch, takes only fifteen minutes to prep, and is customizable with your favorite toppings. I love adding a drizzle of Homemade Buttermilk Syrup and a sprinkle of confectioners’ sugar.
Serve these waffles as a birthday breakfast, Sunday brunch, or any other time of the year. Your whole family will love them!
Ingredients & Estimated Cost:
Here are the ingredients to make these red velvet waffles, including some substitutions.
- 2 cups flour ($0.38): Flour is an essential part of the recipe, as it gives the batter structure and stability.
- ¼ cup granulated sugar ($0.10): This adds sweetness to the recipe.
- 2 tablespoons cornmeal ($0.05): Cornmeal adds a slight crunch to the waffles. You can leave it out or substitute Panko breadcrumbs.
- 1 Tablespoon cocoa powder ($0.20): Enhances the chocolate flavor of red velvet recipes.
- 1 teaspoon salt ($0.01): Balances the sweetness and enhances the overall flavor of the waffles.
- 2 teaspoons baking soda ($0.02): This is essential as it helps the batter rise. You can substitute with four teaspoons of baking powder.
- 2 eggs ($0.82): Binds the ingredients together. You can substitute with 1/2 cup applesauce.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla ($0.48): Adds a warmth to the overall flavor. Substitute almond extract if needed, but use less than a teaspoon.
- ½ teaspoon apple cider vinegar ($0.01): Adds a tangy taste to the waffles and activates the baking soda. You can use white vinegar as a substitute.
- 2 Tablespoons red food coloring ($3.38): Makes the waffles red, giving them that classic red velvet look. You can omit the red food coloring without impacting the taste of the waffles.
- 1 ¾ cup buttermilk ($1.75): The acid in buttermilk reacts with baking soda, causing the waffles to rise more, which means fluffier waffles.
- 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter ($0.52): Butter makes everything better! You can use salted butter, but slightly reduce the amount of salt you add to the batter.
How To Make Red Velvet Waffles
Homemade red velvet waffles are a treat not just during the holidays, but anytime of the year. Let me show you how to make them:
- First, turn on the waffle maker and whisk the dry ingredients in a large bowl.
- Next, whisk the yolks with vanilla, vinegar, buttermilk, and melted butter, followed by the red food coloring.
- Now, beat the egg whites until they hold a 2-inch peak.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients slowly, mixing with a rubber spatula. Then gently fold the egg whites into the mixture.
- After spraying the waffle iron with nonstick cooking spray, pour the waffle batter in and cook as the manufacturer instructs.
- Store the cooked waffles in the oven and repeat the process with the remaining batter.
- Serve with your favorite toppings, such as chocolate chips. syrup, and whipped cream.
Top Tips For Perfect Waffles
After making the waffles, keep them warm and crispy. Set them on a wire rack in a 200-degree F oven. Do not stack them on top of each other.
Do not skip the buttermilk. If you do not have any, you can make your own by adding one tablespoon of white vinegar to every cup of regular milk. See more detailed instructions in the FAQs section.
Homemade Red Velvet Waffle Recipe
Recipe Cost 7.72 Serving Cost 0.96Equipment
- Waffle iron
- mixing bowl
- Large measuring cup
- handheld mixer
- rubber scraper
Ingredients
- 2 cups flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornmeal
- 1 Tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 large eggs separated
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ½ teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons red food coloring
- 1 ¾ cup buttermilk
- 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter melted
Instructions
- Heat waffle iron. Whisk dry ingredients together in a medium bowl.
- Whisk yolks with vanilla, vinegar, buttermilk, and butter in a large measuring cup or small bowl. Stir in red food coloring.
- Beat egg whites until it just holds a 2-inch peak.
- Add liquid ingredients to dry ingredients in a thin steady stream while gently mixing with a rubber spatula; be careful not to add liquid faster than you can incorporate it. Toward the end of mixing, use a folding motion to incorporate ingredients; gently fold egg whites into the batter.
- Spread the appropriate amount of batter onto the waffle iron. Following manufacturer’s instructions, cook waffle until golden brown, 2 to 5 minutes. Repeat with remaining waffles.
- Serve immediately. (You can keep waffles warm on a wire rack in a 200-degree oven for up to 5 minutes.
Notes
- Serve: Serve with yummy toppings like pecans, whipped cream, and chocolate chips.
- Store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container or Ziploc bag in the refrigerator. Warm them up by popping them into the toaster.
- Freeze: You can place the waffles in freezer-safe Ziploc bags and freeze for up to 2 months.
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Red Velvet Waffles FAQs
Yes, you can make the waffles one or two days before and then reheat them in an air fryer or toaster oven.
I usually make it instead of buying it because I rarely use the whole bottle of purchased buttermilk. For each cup of buttermilk, mix one tablespoon of white vinegar plus enough milk to fill 1 cup. Let it stand for 5 minutes, and then use it in your recipe instead of pre-made buttermilk.
My top recommendations include: cream cheese icing, classic maple syrup, a cream cheese glaze, whipped cream, powdered sugar, pecans, chocolate chips, strawberries, and bananas.
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Michelle says
So gorgeous! Perfect for holidays or just a pretty, special breakfast
Jess Jankowski says
My kids always think it’s a special dinner when I make them any other time than a holiday. So fun!
Dannii says
These look amazing. I love red velvet cake, so i would love this!
Jess Jankowski says
You will definitely love these!
Joanie says
These waffles are so delicious and perfect for the holidays. I made them for family that was visiting a few days ago and they loved them!
Jess Jankowski says
That’s so perfect! So glad it was a great meal for you and your family!
Jessica Formicola says
We love these red velvet waffles! They are so perfect for Christmas morning! Thanks so much for sharing the recipe!
Jess Jankowski says
You are very welcome. Merry Christmas!