Heart-Shaped Red Velvet Pancakes

Celebrate special mornings with these charming heart-shaped red velvet pancakes that are as delightful to look at as they are to eat! Perfect for Valentine’s Day or any occasion that calls for a touch of romance, this recipe will win hearts at the breakfast table. These pancakes are fluffy, flavorful, and have a gorgeous red hue that makes them stand out.

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Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp cocoa powder
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 large egg
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 to 2 tsp red food coloring
• Butter or oil, for cooking

Instructions

1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until well combined.

3. Create Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.

4. Preheat Pan: Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil.

5. Cook Pancakes: Using a heart-shaped mold, pour batter into the mold on the pan. Cook until bubbles form on the surface; remove the mold and flip the pancake. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side until fully cooked.

6. Serve: Stack your heart-shaped pancakes, and serve with your favorite toppings like whipped cream, fresh berries, or a drizzle of syrup.

Final Tips

• Food Coloring: Adjust the amount of red food coloring to achieve your desired shade of red. Natural food coloring can be used for a more subtle hue.

• Heart Shape: If you don’t have a mold, you can carefully drizzle the batter into a heart shape using a squeeze bottle or a spoon.

• Toppings: Get creative with toppings—cream cheese frosting, chocolate chips, or even edible flowers can add the perfect touch.

Enjoy these sumptuous Heart-Shaped Red Velvet Pancakes with a loved one and make the morning truly memorable!