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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast

    Red Velvet Pancakes with Cream Cheese Glaze

    Published: Feb 10, 2014 · Modified: Apr 12, 2023 by Candi Elm · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Red Velvet Pancakes can be a romantic breakfast or an all-around delicious pancake for your family. Drizzle some cream cheese glaze on top and add a few berries and you have a beautiful romantic treat. If you’re a fan of the red velvet cupcake then you need this pancake in your life.

    Stack of Red Velvet Pancakes with a cream cheese drizzle on top.
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    Why I love these pancakes

    These pancakes are a show stopper but still easy to make and have a slight cocoa taste. The cream cheese drizzle adds a little something to the pancakes and this way you really don’t need any syrup. You can even make the pancakes into hearts which is always fun.

    Ingredients

    • Cream Cheese: I prefer Philadelphia Full Fat Cream Cheese for the best taste and fewer lumps.
    • Powdered Sugar: Sift first to a smoother glaze.
    • Butter: For the skillet to bake the pancakes.
    • Buttermilk: I prefer buttermilk. If you need to substitute, use whole milk with a teaspoon of lemon juice.
    • Real Vanilla Extract: Making your own is so delicious.
    • Red Food Coloring: Use sparingly 1 teaspoon at a time until you get the color you prefer.
    • Eggs: Large and Room Temperature
    • White Vinegar: A common Ingredient among Red Velvet Recipes

    Instructions

    1. Place the first 6 dry ingredients into the bowl.
    2. Whisk all together.
    3. Add the Eggs, Vinegar, and Vanilla together.
    4. Add the Red Food Coloring.
    5. Heat the skillet to medium/high and add butter to the pan. Using a ladle add the pancake batter.
    6. Flip when you see the edges start to lift away from the pan.
    7. Mix the cream cheese with powdered sugar, vanilla, and a small amount of milk and beat until you get the consistency you like. Add more milk or powdered sugar if needed.
    8. Drizzle the glaze on top of the pancakes and add mixed berries if you prefer.

    FAQ’s

    Can I substitute Regular Milk for Buttermilk

    You can substitute buttermilk with regular milk by adding 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice for every cup of milk, and let it sit for 5 minutes before using it in the recipe.

    How do I know when the pancakes are done?

    When the edges are set and the top is bubbly and the bubbles start to burst, it’s time to flip the pancake. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side.

    Can I freeze leftover Red Velvet Pancakes?

    Yes, you can freeze leftover pancakes in an airtight container or zip-top bag for up to 1 month. To reheat, you can microwave for 30 seconds or warm in a toaster.

    Can I make the batter and glaze ahead of time?

    Yes, you can make the batter and glaze the night before and store it covered in the refrigerator. Allow the batter to come to room temperature before cooking the pancakes.

    Expert Tips

    • Keep your pancakes fluffy by not overmixing the batter. You want to incorporate all the dry ingredients just until smooth.
    • Use the freshest baking powder. This will keep the pancakes light and airy.
    • If you don’t have Buttermilk, add a teaspoon of lemon juice to your whole milk and let set for about 5 minutes until it becomes thick like buttermilk.
    • You will not need to add syrup to these pancakes. The cream cheese drizzle is so delicious.

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    If you loved this recipe and made it, please give it a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review! Leave me a comment about your experience with this recipe. You can also pin it to Pinterest or share it on Facebook.

    Pancake recipe

    Red Velvet Pancakes

    A fun and romantic Red Velvet breakfast with a cream cheese drizzle on top. 
    4.50 from 4 votes
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Servings: 3 servings
    Calories: 865kcal
    Author: Candi Elm

    Ingredients  

    • 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
    • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
    • 1/3 cup confections sugar sifted
    • 2 teaspoons baking powder
    • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 2 large eggs room temperature
    • 1/4 cup milk
    • 1 cup buttermilk
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
    • 2 teaspoons red food coloring
    • 1/4 cup melted butter for griddle

    Glaze

    • 8 oz cream cheese softened
    • 1 cup confectioners sugar silfted
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 4 tablespoon milk or as needed
    • Berries on top Optional

    Instructions

    • Whisk the dry ingredients in a large bowl (cocoa powder, baking powder, both sugars, flour, salt).
    • Add the wet ingredients (vinegar, vanilla extract, milk, buttermilk, and eggs) in and stir until clumps disappear.
    • Add the red food coloring.
    • On a heated griddle on medium high heat, ladle your batter and heat on both sides.
    • Create the glaze by mixing the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla and milk. Drizzle the glaze over the pancakes and add berries if desired.

    Notes

    You can skip the food coloring if you aren’t a fan of using it, they just won’t be the classic color.
    You can also substitute a little beet juice for red food coloring. 
    If you don’t have buttermilk, you can substitute Milk with a teaspoon of lemon juice. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 865kcal | Carbohydrates: 121g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 214mg | Sodium: 1445mg | Potassium: 412mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 69g | Vitamin A: 1393IU | Calcium: 403mg | Iron: 4mg
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    About Candi Elm

    Candi Elm is the recipe developer and food photographer at A Day In Candiland where she has been sharing Encouragement, Recipes, and Afternoon Tea Ideas since 2012. Candi currently lives in Southern California with her family and enjoying life to the fullest.

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    1. jamiegall1930 says

      February 11, 2014 at 2:11 am

      That's definitely a breakfast I'd love to wake up too. Keep the celebrating going… Happy Anniversary =)

      Reply
      • Candi says

        February 11, 2014 at 3:46 am

        Thanks Jamie, I will do my best to make it as long as possible.

        Reply
    2. Alexis Grace says

      February 11, 2014 at 9:59 am

      I love red velvet cake, but have never tried it in pancake form! Have you tried making these gluten free?

      Happy Anniversary!
      My recent post Jill Stuart Fall 2014 Collection

      Reply
      • Candi says

        February 12, 2014 at 3:38 am

        No, but I am sure I will add that to my post calendar. Thats a great idea.

        Reply
    3. L. D. B. Taylor says

      February 11, 2014 at 4:21 pm

      These look lovely decadent! I'll have to give them a try.
      And yes, Happy Anniversary 🙂
      My recent post The Mending

      Reply
      • Candi says

        February 12, 2014 at 3:38 am

        Thanks Lisa, they are pretty fun.

        Reply
    4. thatstoocute says

      February 12, 2014 at 2:20 am

      Happy Anniversary! These look really good. I'm not a fan of red velvet, but I do love me some pancakes! My son and nephew would be sure to make and enjoy these, though.

      Reply
      • Candi says

        February 12, 2014 at 3:39 am

        They don\’t really have a distinct flavor but they taste pretty good and the cream on top is to die for.

        Reply
    5. Arianne Bellizaire says

      February 19, 2014 at 3:55 am

      Yum! Looking forward to trying this recipe! Happy Anniversary!

      Reply
    6. Audrey says

      February 18, 2015 at 12:34 pm

      I adore that cream cheese glaze on top!

      Thanks for sharing on Tasty Tuesdays. Hope to see you next week.

      Reply
    7. Stephanie says

      January 11, 2016 at 7:44 am

      4 stars
      Oh my gosh yum! I love red velvet anything! I must try these!!

      Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty!

      Reply
    8. Audrey says

      January 15, 2016 at 10:39 am

      We love pancakes! Congrats on your #HomeMattersParty feature

      Reply
    9. Melissa says

      January 15, 2016 at 3:32 pm

      5 stars
      Just stopping by to say that your post was picked as a feature post this week on Home Matters Party.

      Reply
    10. Jamie says

      January 19, 2016 at 8:31 am

      5 stars
      I saw these at the #HomeMattersParty and they look amazing! Pinning them to try for my family. 🙂

      Reply

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