Description
Indulge in these vibrant and fluffy Red Velvet Pancakes topped with a luscious cream cheese drizzle. Perfect for a special breakfast or brunch, these pancakes combine the rich flavors of cocoa and red food coloring for a festive look, complemented by a smooth, sweet cream cheese sauce that elevates every bite.
Ingredients
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Pancakes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup milk or buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
- 1–2 tablespoons red food coloring
Cream Cheese Drizzle
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2–4 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Drizzle: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gradually add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired drizzle consistency. Set aside.
- Preheat the Griddle: Heat your griddle or non-stick skillet to 350°F (175°C). This ensures even cooking and golden brown pancakes.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the milk (or buttermilk), egg, and vegetable or canola oil. Whisk these ingredients together thoroughly.
- Combine Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently just until moistened. Then add the red food coloring and mix until evenly incorporated. Adjust the amount of food coloring to achieve your desired red hue.
- Prepare the Cooking Surface: Spray the preheated griddle with a non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook the Pancakes: Using a ¼ cup measuring cup, pour batter onto the griddle for each pancake. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until the edges are set and bubbles begin to appear on the surface. Flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes on the other side until cooked through and lightly browned.
- Serve: Remove the pancakes from the griddle and plate them. Drizzle generously with the cream cheese sauce and serve warm for a delightful breakfast experience.
Notes
- Use buttermilk instead of regular milk for a richer flavor and fluffier pancakes.
- Adjust red food coloring quantity to get the perfect shade of red without affecting taste.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep pancakes tender.
- Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven (around 200°F) while cooking remaining batter.
- The cream cheese drizzle can be thickened by adding less milk or thinned with more milk depending on preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Red Velvet Pancakes, Cream Cheese Drizzle, Breakfast, Brunch, Cocoa Pancakes, Festive Breakfast
