Description
Classic southern red velvet pancakes combine cocoa-infused batter with cream cheese glaze, offering rich crimson color and luxurious flavor. Breakfast lovers will discover a delightful morning indulgence perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups (470 ml / 16 fl oz) buttermilk
- 2 cups (10 oz / 283 g) all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup (2 oz / 57 g) butter, melted
- ¼ cup (2 oz / 57 g) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1–2 tsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 6 oz (170 g) cream cheese
- ¾ cup (3 oz / 85 g) powdered sugar
- ¾ cup (180 ml / 6 fl oz) heavy whipping cream
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Dry Ingredient Fusion: Merge cocoa-enhanced flour, granulated sweetener, leavening agents, and salt in a spacious mixing bowl, creating a uniform dry foundation.
- Liquid Integration: Create a central well in the dry mixture, then introduce cultured dairy, farm-fresh egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract, whisking methodically until a silky, crimson batter forms.
- Surface Preparation: Activate a non-stick griddle or skillet over medium-low heat, lightly coating with cooking oil to prevent adherence.
- Pancake Crafting: Dispense batter onto the heated surface, allowing circular shapes to develop naturally, and observe for emerging surface bubbles indicating optimal cooking time.
- Precision Flipping: Gently turn each pancake once the bottom achieves a golden-brown complexion, continuing cooking until both sides are perfectly set and interior remains tender.
- Frosting Creation: Whip cream cheese until velvety, gradually incorporating powdered sweetener, heavy cream, and vanilla, beating until the mixture achieves a cloud-like consistency.
- Elegant Presentation: Artfully stack the scarlet pancakes, cascading cream cheese frosting across the top and garnishing with fresh berries, chocolate fragments, and a delicate powdered sugar dusting.
Notes
- Ingredient Temperature Matters: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better pancake texture.
- Color Precision: Add food coloring gradually to achieve the perfect vibrant red hue without altering batter consistency.
- Batter Resting Technique: Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes before cooking to allow flour to hydrate and create fluffier pancakes.
- Cooking Surface Control: Maintain medium-low heat to prevent burning and ensure even golden-brown pancake surfaces.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 63 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg