Description

Delight in these festive Heart-Shaped Red Velvet Waffles, perfectly tender and flavored with cocoa and a hint of vanilla. This recipe combines classic red velvet cake flavors with the delightful crispiness of waffles, ideal for a special breakfast or brunch celebration. Made with simple ingredients like buttermilk and sour cream for extra moisture and richness, these waffles are a visually stunning and delicious treat.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

2 cups All-Purpose Flour
2 tbsp Cocoa Powder (unsweetened)
1 tbsp Granulated Sugar
1 tbsp Baking Powder
1/2 tsp Salt

Wet Ingredients

1 tsp Vanilla Extract
1 cup Buttermilk
2 Large Eggs
1/4 cup Vegetable Oil
2 tbsp Red Food Coloring
1/4 cup Sour Cream (or plain yogurt)
1 tbsp Milk (or more for adjusting batter consistency)

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Instructions

Preheat Waffle Maker: Begin by preheating your heart-shaped waffle maker to the desired temperature according to the manufacturer’s instructions so it’s ready once the batter is mixed.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined to ensure even distribution of the leavening agents and flavorings.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs thoroughly, then add buttermilk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, red food coloring, sour cream, and milk. Mix until all wet ingredients are smooth and fully incorporated.
Make the Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently fold the mixture until just combined; avoid over-mixing to keep the waffles light and tender. Adjust consistency by adding a little more milk if the batter is too thick.
Cook the Waffles: Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron to prevent sticking. Pour the appropriate amount of batter onto the waffle iron, close the lid, and cook for about 4-5 minutes or until the waffles are cooked through, crispy on the edges, and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Serve and Enjoy: Carefully remove the waffles from the iron using a non-metal utensil to keep the heart shape intact. Serve warm with your favorite toppings such as whipped cream, syrup, or fresh berries.

Notes

Use buttermilk and sour cream for extra moisture and tangy richness in the waffles.
Adjust milk quantity to reach the preferred batter consistency; it should be pourable but not too thin.
If you don’t have a heart-shaped waffle maker, a standard waffle iron will work as well, though the shape will differ.
Red food coloring intensity can be adjusted to deepen or lighten the red velvet hue according to preference.
Waffles can be kept warm in a low oven while cooking the remaining batter.