Red Velvet Pancakes Glaze (Printable)
Fluffy red velvet pancakes topped with a tangy cream cheese glaze for a vibrant breakfast treat.
# Ingredient List:
→ Pancake Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Pancake Wet Ingredients
07 - 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
08 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
09 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
11 - 1 tablespoon red food coloring
→ Cream Cheese Glaze
12 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
13 - 3/4 cup powdered sugar, sifted
14 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
15 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
16 - 2-3 tablespoons milk
# How to Make:
01 - Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl until thoroughly blended.
02 - Whisk buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla, and red food coloring in a separate bowl until smooth and uniform.
03 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Fold gently until just combined—do not overmix. Small lumps are acceptable and prevent tough pancakes.
04 - Preheat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly coat surface with butter or cooking spray.
05 - Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto skillet. Cook 2-3 minutes until surface bubbles form and edges set. Flip and cook 1-2 minutes until golden and cooked through. Transfer to warm plate and repeat with remaining batter.
06 - Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy. Add powdered sugar and vanilla; mix until combined. Gradually whisk in milk 1 tablespoon at a time until pourable consistency is reached.
07 - Stack warm pancakes on serving plates. Generously drizzle with cream cheese glaze. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The cocoa deepens the flavor so these taste like proper cake, not just food dye experiments
- That cream cheese glaze turns breakfast into dessert without anyone judging you
02 -
- Room temperature ingredients blend better, so pull everything out at least 20 minutes before you start
- The glaze thickens as it sits, so keep a splash of milk nearby to loosen it back up if needed
03 -
- Let the batter rest for 10 minutes before cooking for fluffier results
- Mini chocolate chips folded in at the end make these feel extra special