Easy Red Velvet Pancakes Recipe
Red velvet pancakes are a delicious and eye-catching breakfast treat. They’re soft, fluffy, and have the signature chocolatey flavor of red velvet cake, paired with a beautiful red color. These pancakes are perfect for special occasions like Valentine’s Day, a birthday breakfast, or when you just want to make your morning a little more fun. Top them with cream cheese glaze or whipped cream for an irresistible start to your day!
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk or fork
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Non-stick skillet or griddle
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1-2 tsp red food coloring
- Optional toppings: Cream cheese glaze, whipped cream, fresh fruit, or syrup
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or cooking spray.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
- Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.
- Flip the pancake and cook for another 1-2 minutes until both sides are golden.
- Stack the pancakes on a plate and top with your favorite toppings, like cream cheese glaze or whipped cream. Serve warm.