Red Velvet Marble Waffles

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February 9, 2026

These red velvet marble waffles look striking and taste rich without feeling heavy. Swirls of red velvet batter and vanilla batter create a bold pattern that feels special but still easy to make at home.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Crisp edges with soft centers
  • Beautiful marbled design
  • Light cocoa flavor
  • Simple pantry ingredients
  • Perfect for brunch
  • Fun to serve

Preparation and Cooking Time

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

Vanilla Batter

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter

Red Velvet Batter

  • ½ cup vanilla batter
  • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring

Optional swaps:
Use buttermilk instead of milk. Use gel food coloring for deeper color.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Whisk flour, sugar, and baking powder.
  2. Add milk, egg, and butter. Mix smooth.
  3. Remove half the batter and mix with cocoa and coloring.
  4. Heat and grease waffle iron.
  5. Spoon both batters into the iron.
  6. Swirl lightly and cook the red velvet marble waffles until crisp.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with whipped cream or cream cheese glaze. Fresh berries balance the cocoa flavor. Hot coffee pairs well.

Quick Tips or Variations

  • Do not over-swirl the batter.
  • Cook until steam slows for crisp waffles.
  • Add chocolate chips for texture.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes red velvet waffles different?

They use cocoa and red coloring for flavor and color.

Can I make waffle batter ahead of time?

Yes. Refrigerate batter up to 24 hours.

Do red velvet waffles taste like chocolate?

They have a mild cocoa taste, not strong chocolate.

Can I freeze marble waffles?

Yes. Freeze cooked waffles and reheat in a toaster.

Conclusion

These red velvet marble waffles bring color, texture, and comfort to the table. They feel festive without extra effort.

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  • Author: Laura Jennings
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Red velvet marble waffles with a soft interior and crisp edges, finished with a light cocoa swirl.


Ingredients

Scale

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 tbsp sugar

1 tsp baking powder

1 cup milk

1 large egg

1 tbsp melted butter

1 tsp cocoa powder

1 tbsp red food coloring


Instructions

1. Whisk flour, sugar, and baking powder in a bowl

2. Add milk, egg, and melted butter and mix smooth

3. Remove half the batter and mix with cocoa and red coloring

4. Heat and grease waffle iron

5. Add both batters and gently swirl

6. Cook until waffles turn crisp

Notes

Do not over-swirl the batter to keep a clear marble pattern.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Waffle Iron
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 260
  • Sugar: 9
  • Sodium: 310
  • Fat: 9
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 38
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 7
  • Cholesterol: 70

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