Red Velvet Waffles with Cream Cheese Glaze Recipe
Introduction
Red Velvet Waffles offer a delicious twist on a classic breakfast favorite, combining rich cocoa flavor with a vibrant red color. Topped with a smooth cream cheese glaze, these waffles make for a festive and indulgent treat any time of year.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup whole milk (for glaze)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
- 2 cups Bisquick mix
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup whole milk (for batter)
- 30 drops red gel food coloring
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for batter)
Instructions
- Step 1: Make the cream cheese glaze by beating the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth and soft. Add the powdered sugar and continue beating until light and fluffy, scraping down the sides of the bowl to keep it lump-free.
- Step 2: Mix in ½ cup whole milk and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract into the cream cheese mixture. Set the glaze aside.
- Step 3: Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Step 4: In a medium bowl, whisk together the Bisquick mix, brown sugar, and cocoa powder until evenly combined.
- Step 5: Add the buttermilk, whole milk, red gel food coloring, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Whisk the batter until smooth without lumps.
- Step 6: Pour about ¾ cup of the batter into the hot waffle iron. Close and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the waffle easily releases and is slightly crisp on the outside.
- Step 7: Drizzle some cream cheese glaze over the warm waffle and enjoy right away.
- Step 8: Continue cooking the remaining batter in batches, serving waffles fresh from the iron with glaze.
Tips & Variations
- For extra richness, substitute half the milk in the batter with heavy cream.
- Adjust the amount of red food coloring if a deeper color is desired.
- Serve with fresh berries or a dusting of powdered sugar for added freshness.
- If you don’t have Bisquick, use your favorite all-purpose flour waffle recipe and add the cocoa powder and brown sugar separately.
Storage
Store leftover waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a toaster or oven to maintain crispness. The cream cheese glaze is best served fresh, but can be refrigerated separately for up to 3 days and stirred before serving.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make the batter ahead of time?
It’s best to prepare the batter fresh for fluffier waffles, but you can refrigerate it for up to 4 hours. Stir gently before using.
What can I use instead of red gel food coloring?
Liquid food coloring can be substituted, but the color may not be as vibrant. Natural alternatives like beet juice powder can also be used for a subtle red hue.
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Red Velvet Waffles with Cream Cheese Glaze Recipe
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 waffles 1x
Description
Delight in these rich and fluffy Red Velvet Waffles topped with a creamy homemade cream cheese glaze. Perfectly balanced with cocoa and a hint of vanilla, these waffles are soft on the inside with a slightly crisp exterior, making them an elegant twist on classic breakfast fare.
Ingredients
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Red Velvet Waffles
- 2 cups Bisquick mix
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup whole milk
- 30 drops red gel food coloring
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Make the Cream Cheese Glaze: Beat the softened butter and cream cheese together in a bowl until the mixture is soft and smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar while continuing to beat until the glaze is light, fluffy, and lump-free, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Add Milk and Vanilla: Stir in the whole milk and vanilla extract into the cream cheese mixture. Once combined, set the glaze aside to be used as a topping for the waffles.
- Preheat Waffle Iron: Turn on and preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure it is hot and ready for cooking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the Bisquick mix, brown sugar, and unsweetened cocoa powder to evenly distribute all dry components.
- Prepare Batter: Add the buttermilk, whole milk, red gel food coloring, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Whisk until the batter is smooth and uniform in color with no lumps.
- Cook Waffles: Pour approximately ¾ cup of the prepared red velvet batter onto the preheated waffle iron. Close the lid and cook the waffles for about 4 to 5 minutes, or until they easily lift from the iron and are slightly crisp and golden on the outside.
- Serve: Drizzle the warm waffles generously with the cream cheese glaze. Enjoy immediately while they are hot and soft.
- Repeat Cooking: Continue cooking the rest of the batter in the waffle iron, serving each batch hot with cream cheese glaze for best results.
Notes
- Adjust the red gel food coloring amount based on your preferred color intensity.
- Waffle cook times and batter amounts may vary based on your waffle iron model; refer to its manual for best results.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter, cream cheese, and milk with respective plant-based alternatives.
- The cream cheese glaze can be made a day ahead and refrigerated; bring it to room temperature before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Red Velvet Waffles, Cream Cheese Glaze, Breakfast Waffles, Sweet Waffles, Cocoa Waffles, Valentine’s Day Breakfast
