Start your holiday mornings off right with these fluffy red velvet pancakes! Perfect for Christmas or Valentine’s Day, this easy recipe brings a festive pop of color and flavor to your breakfast table. With simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a delicious, crowd-pleasing meal that feels special. Cozy up with a stack of these pancakes and enjoy a sweet, celebratory start to your day.
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Red Velvet Pancakes
These pancakes not only taste the part, they look the part! That rich red color is perfect for the holiday season and Valentine’s Day. Imagine serving this for Christmas morning breakfast or brunch! The kids will be so excited to have their breakfast match the day’s festivities!
Likewise, show your love to your significant other and/or your kids with this presentation on Valentine’s morning. Everyone loves red velvet, so why not red velvet pancakes?
Why You’ll Love These Pancakes
- They have that delicious, classic red velvet flavor
- Kids will love them AND be super excited to have red pancakes for Christmas or Valentine’s Day
- They make a gorgeous presentation
What You’ll Need
Grab these ingredients to make this fun pancake breakfast!
- egg
- melted butter
- vanilla
- whole milk
- red food coloring
- flour
- baking powder
- salt
- sugar
- cocoa powder
- white frosting
- extra butter
Note: Always check the recipe card for a full list of ingredients, amounts, and steps.
How to Make Red Velvet Pancakes
Time to make your yummy, festive pancakes!
- Start by placing your flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and cocoa in a large bowl. Whisk until combined.
- Add in your milk, vanilla extract, melted butter, food coloring and egg. Mix until very well combined.
- Use a piping bag for your batter. Pipe batter into a well greased skillet on medium low heat. Cooking pancakes low and slow is key, and the piping bag makes for less mess and perfect pancakes.
- Cook until the edges are cooked through and the bubbles on top begin to pop. Then quickly flip your pancake and cook the other side, just until baked through. It takes a minute or less.
- Fit a piping bag with a 1M tip and then fill the bag with frosting. Pipe frosting between each pancake and a little on top.
- Serve with syrup if desired and enjoy!
Tips & Tricks – Red Velvet Pancakes
• Don’t overmix the batter: Mix until just combined to keep pancakes light and tender.
• Use a non-stick skillet or griddle: Ensures even cooking and easy flipping.
• Let the pan heat properly: Medium heat is best; too high will burn the pancakes.
• Add color gradually: A little food coloring goes a long way; stop when you reach a vibrant red.
• Stack and serve immediately: Red velvet pancakes are fluffiest when served hot.
Want to Change it Up?
If you want to get creative or add your own touch, try these variations for the pancakes:
Chocolate Chip Red Velvet Pancakes
Fold mini chocolate chips into the batter for an extra indulgent breakfast.
With Cream Cheese Glaze
Drizzle a simple cream cheese glaze over the stack for a festive treat.
Gluten-Free Red Velvet Pancakes
Swap in your favorite gluten-free flour blend without sacrificing fluffiness.
For Vegan Pancakes
Use plant-based milk, flax eggs, and vegan butter for a cruelty-free version.
Holiday Berry Red Velvet Pancakes
Top with fresh strawberries or raspberries for Christmas or Valentine’s flair.
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Red Velvet Pancakes
Equipment
Ingredients
Instructions
- Start by placing your flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and cocoa in a large bowl. Whisk until combined.
- Add in your milk, vanilla extract, melted butter, food coloring and egg. Mix until very well combined.
- Use a piping bag for your batter. Pipe batter into a well greased skillet on medium low heat. Cooking pancakes low and slow is key, and the piping bag makes for less mess and perfect pancakes!
- Cook until the edges are cooked through and the bubbles on top begin to pop. Then quickly flip your pancake and cook the other side, just until baked through. It takes a minute or less.
- I filled a piping bag with frosting and used a 1M tip. Piping icing between each pancake and a little on top. Serve with syrup if desired and enjoy! It’s like cake for breakfast!
Nutrition
Nutritional information accuracy not guaranteed.
