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Heart-Shaped Red Velvet Pancakes Recipe

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  • Author: Hailey
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Makes about 12 medium-sized pancakes 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delight your breakfast with these charming Heart-Shaped Red Velvet Pancakes. Made with a rich cocoa-infused batter and a vibrant red hue, these pancakes are lightly fluffy with a subtle tangy sweetness. Perfect for special occasions like Valentine’s Day or a romantic morning treat, they are crafted on the stovetop using a simple squeeze bottle technique to achieve perfect heart shapes.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • 2 tablespoons Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups Milk
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1/4 cup Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Red Food Coloring

For Cooking

  • Nonstick Cooking Spray, as needed

Instructions

  1. Prepare Dry Mix: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and baking soda to combine all the dry ingredients evenly.
  2. Prepare Wet Mix: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk the eggs and milk together thoroughly. Gradually whisk in the butter until well combined. Add the red food coloring and mix until the color is even.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the dry mix and gently stir with a spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix as this can make the pancakes tough. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to improve texture.
  4. Transfer Batter: Pour the batter into a squeeze bottle with a fine tip using a funnel to reduce mess and allow precise control for creating shapes.
  5. Heat Pan: Preheat a pancake griddle or nonstick skillet over medium heat. Lightly coat the surface with nonstick cooking spray, using minimal oil to prevent sticking while ensuring healthfulness.
  6. Create Heart Shapes: When the pan is hot (test by dropping water and listening for a sizzle), carefully squeeze the batter to draw heart outlines on the pan, then fill in the shape with more batter.
  7. Cook Pancakes: Watch for bubbles forming on the surface, indicating the pancake is ready to flip. Gently flip using a spatula and cook for about one more minute until fully cooked through. Adjust cooking time based on your heat setting and pancake size to avoid burning.
  8. Repeat and Serve: Continue the process until all batter is used. Serve the heart-shaped red velvet pancakes warm with optional toppings like powdered sugar, whipped cream, or cream cheese for added indulgence.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter to keep pancakes light and fluffy.
  • Adjust skillet temperature as needed; cooking on slightly lower heat prevents over-browning.
  • Use a squeeze bottle for easy, precise shapes — a spoon or ladle won’t produce heart shapes as cleanly.
  • Leftover pancakes reheat well in a toaster or oven for a quick breakfast.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: red velvet pancakes, heart shaped pancakes, Valentine pancakes, breakfast recipe, stovetop pancakes, cocoa pancakes, festive breakfast

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