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Fluffy Red Velvet Pancakes Recipe with Easy Cream Cheese Glaze

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These fluffy red velvet pancakes with cream cheese glaze are tender, airy, and perfect for a special breakfast or brunch. The cream cheese glaze adds a sweet tang that complements the subtle cocoa flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened Dutch-processed cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 ¼ cups (300ml) buttermilk
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or melted butter)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring (gel preferred)
  • For the cream cheese glaze:
  • 4 ounces (115g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk (or dairy-free alternative)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar until well combined.
  2. Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, beat the egg until frothy. Add buttermilk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and red food coloring. Whisk until smooth and evenly colored.
  3. Combine wet and dry: Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients. Gently fold with a spatula just until combined; lumps are okay. Batter should be thick but pourable. Add a splash more buttermilk if too thick.
  4. Preheat skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil. Test readiness by sprinkling a few drops of water; if they sizzle and evaporate quickly, it’s ready.
  5. Cook pancakes: Pour ¼ cup batter per pancake onto skillet. Cook 2-3 minutes until bubbles form and edges look set. Flip and cook 1-2 minutes until golden and cooked through. Adjust heat as needed.
  6. Prepare cream cheese glaze: Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Adjust milk to desired consistency.
  7. Serve: Stack pancakes and drizzle generously with cream cheese glaze. Optionally add fresh berries or powdered sugar.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep pancakes fluffy. Use softened cream cheese for a smooth glaze. Keep cooked pancakes warm in a 200°F oven if needed. Vegan and gluten-free adaptations are possible with substitutions.

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