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A delicious plate of Red Velvet Pancakes

Red Velvet Pancakes

These Red Velvet Pancakes are a delicious twist on a breakfast classic, perfect for a special occasion or just a fun weekend brunch!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 253
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 120 g all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.25 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 177 ml buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1-2 tbsp red food coloring
Toppings
  • sprinkles
  • whipped cream

Equipment

  • Non-stick Skillet

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  2. Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
  3. Add a few drops of red food coloring and mix. Add a little bit more at a time until you reach the desired color.
  4. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it.
  5. Pour about ¼ cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface of the pancake, then flip and cook the other side until lightly browned. Repeat until all the batter is used.
  6. Serve the red velvet pancakes warm, topped with sprinkles and a dollop of whipped cream.

Notes

Whisk the dry ingredients together well before adding to the wet ingredients. Be sure not to overmix the batter. For a richer flavor, try adding a touch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter. If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make your own with milk and lemon juice.