Red Velvet Waffles Maple (Printable Version)

Fluffy red velvet waffles with cocoa, topped with butter and maple syrup for a delicious morning treat.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
04 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

07 - 1 3/4 cups buttermilk
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
10 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
11 - 1 tablespoon red food coloring (liquid or gel)

→ For Serving

12 - Maple syrup, warmed
13 - Additional butter

# How-To:

01 - Preheat waffle iron according to manufacturer instructions.
02 - Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
03 - Whisk buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and red food coloring in a separate bowl until well combined.
04 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix; small lumps are acceptable.
05 - Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron with nonstick spray or melted butter.
06 - Pour 1/2 to 3/4 cup batter onto hot waffle iron. Close lid and cook for 3-5 minutes until crisp and cooked through.
07 - Repeat with remaining batter. Serve hot with butter and maple syrup.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • The buttermilk and cocoa create this incredible depth that regular waffles just dont have
  • They strike that perfect balance between indulgent treat and weekend breakfast comfort
02 -
  • Overmixed batter makes tough waffles, so stop folding the moment flour disappears
  • The waffle will continue cooking slightly after you remove it, so dont wait for it to look completely done
03 -
  • Room temperature ingredients incorporate more smoothly and create better texture
  • Let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking for fluffier waffles every time

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