Red Velvet Pancakes

Red velvet cake is believed to have originated in the Victorian era, and its signature red color was originally achieved through a reaction between cocoa powder and acidic ingredients like buttermilk. Nowadays, red food coloring is commonly used to achieve the vibrant red color.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Red Velvet Pancakes

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: American Courses: Breakfast, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoon Cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoon Red food coloring
• 2 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Cream cheese
• ¹⁄₄ cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoon Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
5. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
6. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until the other side is golden brown.
7. Repeat with the remaining batter.
8. In a small bowl, whisk together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
9. Serve the pancakes with the cream cheese glaze on top.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 15g

Protein 9g18%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.