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Red Velvet Marble Waffles

Decadent Red Velvet Marble Waffles for a Fluffy Breakfast Treat

Enjoy Red Velvet Marble Waffles that are fluffy and visually stunning, making them perfect for breakfast or brunch gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 waffles
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Classic Waffle Batter
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour Use whole wheat for added fiber.
  • 2 tablespoons sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a lower glycemic option.
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder Check freshness for best results.
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda Essential for rising and browning.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 ¾ cups buttermilk Can be substituted with milk mixed with vinegar or lemon juice.
  • 2 large eggs Use room-temperature eggs.
  • ½ cup melted butter Can be replaced with vegetable oil.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Opt for pure vanilla.
Red Velvet Batter
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder Dutch-processed cocoa gives a deeper taste.
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ¾ cups buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring Gel coloring recommended for vibrancy.

Equipment

  • Waffle Iron

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 ¾ cups of all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of baking soda, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, blend 1 ¾ cups of buttermilk, 2 large eggs, ½ cup of melted butter, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  3. Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  4. In another bowl, combine 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of baking soda, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  5. In a different container, mix 1 ¾ cups of buttermilk, 1 large egg, ½ cup of melted butter, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon of red food coloring until smooth.
  6. Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  7. Pour about ½ cup of the classic batter onto the center of the waffle iron, then add the same amount of the red velvet batter.
  8. Swirl the two batters together with a toothpick or skewer.
  9. Close the waffle iron and cook until golden brown and crisp, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  10. Carefully remove the waffles and let them cool slightly on a wire rack.
  11. Serve warm topped with whipped cream, fresh berries, or maple syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1waffleCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

For best results, don't overmix the batters and ensure your waffle iron is adequately preheated.

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