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A delicious plate of Red Velvet Pancakes

Red Velvet Pancakes

These vibrant red velvet pancakes are sure to be a hit at breakfast! Light and fluffy with a touch of cocoa and a striking red hue, they are perfect for any special occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 253
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

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

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. Then, 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

For best results, wipe down the skillet or griddle between batches. If you don’t have buttermilk on hand, you can easily make your own. Check out my post to learn how to make buttermilk. For a richer flavor, try adding a touch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter. Make these gluten-free: simply swap the all-purpose flour for gluten-free flour. Storage – keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 days.