Red Velvet Waffles Maple (Printable Version)
Fluffy red velvet waffles infused with cocoa, drizzled with rich maple syrup for a special morning treat.
# What You Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
04 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
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
→ Toppings
12 - 1/3 cup maple syrup
13 - 1/2 cup whipped cream
14 - Fresh berries
# How-To:
01 - Preheat waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat eggs, then add buttermilk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and red food coloring. Mix until smooth and fully incorporated.
04 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; small lumps are acceptable.
05 - Lightly grease waffle iron with nonstick spray or small amount of melted butter.
06 - Pour batter into preheated waffle iron, using 1/2 to 2/3 cup per waffle. Cook for 3-5 minutes until crisp and completely cooked through.
07 - Serve waffles warm, topped with maple syrup, whipped cream, and fresh berries as desired.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- The chocolate undertone makes these sophisticated, not just sweet, and the texture is incredibly light
- They look impressive but come together in under thirty minutes, perfect for weekend guests
02 -
- Overmixing the batter creates tough, rubbery waffles, so stop as soon as the flour disappears
- Letting the batter rest for five minutes before cooking results in fluffier waffles, the flour needs time to hydrate
03 -
- Separate the eggs and whip the whites to fold in at the end for extra light waffles
- Add a tablespoon of vinegar to the milk if you are out of buttermilk, let it sit for five minutes