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Red Velvet Pancakes With Cream Cheese Glaze

Fluffy Red Velvet Pancakes With Cream Cheese Glaze Bliss

Indulge in Red Velvet Pancakes with a luscious cream cheese glaze for a festive breakfast treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Pancake Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder use unsweetened for balanced taste
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder acts as a leavening agent
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda boosts fluffiness
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt enhances flavors
  • 1 cup buttermilk substitute with regular milk mixed with vinegar for similar effect
  • 2 large eggs can use flax eggs for vegan version
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted) coconut oil for dairy-free alternative
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract complements cocoa flavor
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar reacts with baking soda for fluffiness
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring use gel food coloring for vivid result
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened for easy mixing
  • 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter adds richness
  • 1 cup powdered sugar adjust to taste
  • splash cup milk to reach desired glaze consistency

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • non-stick griddle
  • Spatula

Method
 

Cream Cheese Glaze Preparation
  1. Beat cream cheese and melted unsalted butter together until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and milk, mixing until desired consistency.
Combine Dry Ingredients
  1. Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
Mix Wet Ingredients
  1. In a separate bowl, combine buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, vinegar, and red food coloring, whisking until well blended.
Combine Mixtures
  1. Fold wet ingredients into dry mixture until just combined. Let the batter rest for about 5 minutes.
Preheat the Griddle
  1. Heat a non-stick griddle or skillet over medium heat and lightly grease the surface.
Cook the Pancakes
  1. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the griddle for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form, then flip and cook until golden brown.
Keep Warm
  1. Stack cooked pancakes on a plate, cover with a towel or place in a low oven to keep warm.
Serve with Glaze
  1. Drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the pancakes and garnish with berries or white chocolate shavings if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For gluten-free pancakes, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend including xanthan gum.

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