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Red Velvet Waffles With Cake Mix

Irresistibly Fluffy Red Velvet Waffles With Cake Mix Delight

Enjoy a delightful breakfast with these fluffy Red Velvet Waffles made from cake mix.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 waffles
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Waffles
  • 1 box Red Velvet Cake Mix No substitution needed; use a box mix for best results.
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature for better incorporation.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can be substituted with milk mixed with a teaspoon of vinegar.
  • 1/3 cup Neutral Oil Can be swapped with melted butter or canola oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use high-quality extract for best taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Optional, but recommended to deepen red velvet notes.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Important for achieving the right texture.
  • as needed Nonstick Spray/Melted Butter Use as needed to grease the waffle iron.
For the Optional Glaze
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Soften before using for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar No direct substitutes for flavor.
  • as needed tablespoons Milk Use to adjust glaze consistency.
For Serving
  • as desired Toppings (Optional) Mix and match with chocolate chips, whipped cream, or fresh berries.

Equipment

  • Waffle Iron

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions. Lightly grease the plates with nonstick spray or melted butter.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the red velvet cake mix, unsweetened cocoa powder, and baking powder until thoroughly combined.
  3. Add the eggs, buttermilk, neutral oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Whisk until the batter is smooth and thick.
  4. Allow your batter to rest for about 5 minutes.
  5. Pour around ¾ cup of batter into your preheated waffle iron and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until the waffles appear crisped.
  6. Carefully remove the waffles and place them on a wire rack to maintain crispness.
  7. In a medium bowl, prepare the cream cheese glaze by whisking together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and a splash of vanilla extract until smooth.
  8. Drizzle the glaze over warm waffles and add your favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1waffleCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with whipped cream or fresh berries for added delight.

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