Description
Fluffy Red Velvet Pancakes are a delightful breakfast treat that combines the rich flavor of red velvet cake with the lightness of pancakes, perfect for a special morning.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the buttermilk, egg, vegetable oil, red food coloring, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined; do not overmix.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
- Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown on the other side.
- Serve warm with cream cheese frosting or syrup.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon to the batter.
- These pancakes can be made ahead and reheated in the toaster.
- Top with whipped cream or fresh berries for added sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg