Description
Start your morning with a stack of luxurious Red Velvet Pancakes—a stunning twist on the classic breakfast favorite. These pancakes are rich, fluffy, and delicately chocolatey, drizzled with a tangy-sweet cream cheese glaze that melts perfectly over each bite. Whether you’re searching for quick breakfast inspiration, indulgent brunch ideas, or unique food ideas for a special occasion, this easy recipe will leave everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for breakfast ideas, easy dinner-for-breakfast options, or even a healthy snack with natural dye alternatives.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons unsweetened natural cocoa powder
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups buttermilk
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon red food coloring (or beet powder for natural coloring)
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tablespoons milk or cream (for adjusting glaze consistency)
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, combine the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and red food coloring.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
4. Let the batter rest for about 5 minutes while you preheat your skillet over medium heat.
5. Lightly grease a non-stick skillet or griddle. Pour 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet.
6. Cook for 2–3 minutes, or until bubbles form and the edges look set. Flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
7. In a small bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and mix until combined.
8. Add 2–3 tablespoons of milk or cream to the glaze, adjusting to desired consistency.
9. Stack pancakes on a plate and drizzle with warm cream cheese glaze.
10. Serve with fresh berries, bacon, or coffee, and enjoy!
Notes
Let your batter rest a few minutes before cooking—it helps create fluffier pancakes.
Always use fresh baking powder and baking soda to ensure proper rise.
You can make these ahead and reheat; just store the glaze separately.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes with glaze
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg