Red Velvet Waffles are an easy breakfast treat made with red velvet cake mix, eggs, milk, and oil. They cook up soft and fluffy with that classic red velvet flavor and are perfect for breakfast, brunch, Valentine’s Day, or a special occasion.
I love using cake mix to make waffles because it keeps the recipe incredibly simple. Add your favorite toppings like powdered sugar, whipped cream, syrup, or fresh berries and breakfast is ready in minutes.
Why I Love Red Velvet Waffles
About the Ingredients ⭐
- Red Velvet Cake Mix – The easy shortcut that gives the waffles their red velvet flavor.
- Eggs – Help give the waffles structure.
- Vanilla – Adds extra flavor.
- Oil – Keeps the waffles soft and moist.
- Milk – Brings the batter together and helps create fluffy waffles.
Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below
How to Make Red Velvet Waffles
Make the Batter: Mix the red velvet cake mix, oil, eggs, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
Add to the Waffle Maker: Preheat and lightly spray the waffle maker with cooking spray. Pour about ½ cup of batter onto the hot waffle iron.
Cook: Close the waffle maker and cook for about 4 minutes, or until the waffle is cooked through.
Finish: Carefully remove and add your favorite toppings.
Questions Readers Ask Most
Can I use any brand of red velvet cake mix?
Yes. Use your favorite boxed red velvet cake mix.
How do I know when the waffles are done?
They should be cooked through and release easily from the waffle maker. Mine take about 4 minutes, but waffle makers can vary.
What toppings are good on red velvet waffles?
Try powdered sugar, whipped cream, fresh berries, maple syrup, or cream cheese frosting for an extra-special treat.
Can I store leftover red velvet waffles?
Yes. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat them in the toaster or air fryer to help crisp them back up.
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Red Velvet Waffles
Red Velvet Waffles are an easy 4-ingredient breakfast made with red velvet cake mix for a fun and delicious treat.
Ingredients
- Red Velvet Cake Mix
- 2 Eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup oil
Instructions
- Preheat the waffle griddle.
- Mix cake mix, oil, eggs, and milk until no longer lumpy in a large bowl.
- Spray the waffle iron with cooking oil.
- Pour a half cup of the batter on the waffle iron.
- Close and cook for 4 minutes.
- Remove and top with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Waffle makers can vary, so cooking time may need to be adjusted. Cook until the waffles are set and release easily from the waffle iron.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 229Total Fat: 23gSaturated Fat: 2gUnsaturated Fat: 21gCholesterol: 66mgSodium: 46mgCarbohydrates: 2gSugar: 0gProtein: 4g
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