Red Velvet Waffles

These Red Velvet Waffles are so festive and will make the start of your Valentine’s Day full of love and deliciousness. Made with absolutely no food-dye but rather fresh beet purée. Mixed with gluten-free flours, cacao powder, and maple syrup. Top with some coconut cream and fresh berries for a beautifully displayed Valentine’s Day breakfast.

Red Velvet Waffles

These Red Velvet Waffles are a chocolaty, velvety goodness! All while being healthy and nutritious, and completely dye-free! They have such a vibrant red color reached with natural foods. These Red Velvet Waffles are great to start your Valentine’s Day celebration with a festive breakfast!

These waffles are gluten-free, dairy-free and no refined-sugars. They’re made with beet puree to get that pretty shade of red. No artificial coloring but instead an extra hint of veggie for some added nutrition. What better way to start a day full of excitement, love, and fun?

The bright red color and chocolaty flavor makes them perfect to make for Valentine’s Day. However, they are great to make any other day of the year too. These waffles are so easy to make while being so healthy. Top with some fresh berries, coconut cream and chocolate chips to add some fun to your waffles!

Ingredients needed to make Red Velvet Waffles:

• Flours– A blend of tapioca flour and almond flour. Both gluten-free.
• Cacao Powder– You can also use unsweetened cocoa powder.
• Beet Puree– To naturally make the waffles red. Don’t worry, you will not be able to taste the beets.
• Maple Syrup– Adds sweetness.
• Eggs– Binding agent.
• Coconut Oil– Avoids waffles from sticking to waffle maker and makes the outside crispy.
• Vanilla Extract– Adds depth to flavor.
• Baking Powder– Makes waffles rise and get fluffier.
• Pink Sea Salt– Elevates flavor and balances sweetness.

Equipment needed to make Red Velvet Waffles:

• Waffle Maker– Any kind of waffles maker.
• Large Mixing Bowls– One to mix wet ingredients and another to mix the dry ones.
• Whisk– To whisk all the ingredients and form batter.
• Spatula– To remove waffles from waffle maker. Use a silicone one to prevent any scratches on the waffle maker.
• Cooling Rack– To rest waffles on as they cool-down. This allows the waffles to cool-down evenly and not hold any moisture on the bottom. This can cause the waffles to get soggy.

How to make Red Velvet Waffles:

• Step 1– In a large mixing bowl combine together tapioca flour, almond flour, cacao powder, and pink salt. Whisk together until all ingredients are well combined. 
• Step 2– In a separate mixing bowl, combine eggs, beet puree, maple syrup, coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Whisk together until all ingredients are well combined. 
• Step 3– Pour wet ingredients into dry ones and whisk together until batter is formed and there aren’t any traces of flour. 
• Step 4– Grease waffle maker with more coconut oil and bring to a heat on medium-high. Pour increments of 1/4 cup to 1/3 cup of batter. Cook according to waffle maker instructions. Repeat until all batter has been cooked into waffles. Keep cooked waffles on cooling rack. 
• Step 5– Serve red velvet waffles while they’re still warm. Top with coconut cream and fresh berries. 

Tips for making Red Velvet Waffles:

1. How do you make Beet Puree- Beet puree is super easy to make. Grab a large beet or two small ones. Peel and either roast in the oven or boil until they are soft. Place in a food processor or high speed blender. Add about 1/4 cup of water and blend until smooth. If it looks too dry, add one tablespoon of water at a time until the puree reaches a smooth consistency.
2. Make sure no flour streaks are left when mixing batter- Unmixed flour in batter will result in not evenly cooked waffles and for certain parts to ramain uncooked. Make sure to whisk the batter well and that there aren’t any streaks of flour left in it. 
3. Careful not to use too much coconut oil when greasing waffle maker– If too much is used, as the oil melts it will water down batter and waffles will become too mushy. Use no more than 1/2-1 tsp coconut oil.
4. The time it takes for waffles to cook through may vary depending on waffle maker and on how crispy you want your waffles– If you like your waffles to be crunchy on the outside, leave them for a few seconds longer until they are as crispy as you’d like them to be. Keep checking about every 30 seconds to make sure the waffle doesn’t get burnt. Repeat until all batter is gone and waffles are all cooked through.
5. Do not use metal utensils to flip waffles in waffle maker- Metal utensils such a spatula, can scratch your waffle maker and start to ware out its coating. This will then cause your waffle maker to not heat up evenly and not cook waffles evenly as well. Instead, opt for using silicone spatulas to flip your waffles.
6. Keep cooked waffles on cooling rack if possible– This way waffles will cool-down evenly and stay crunchy and firm on the outside.

Best Toppings for Red Velvet Waffles:

• Fresh Berries
• Banana Slices
• Coconut Cream
• Coconut Flakes or Chips
• Chocolate Chips
• Raw Nuts (Walnuts, Almonds, etc.)

Red Velvet Waffles FAQ’s:

How to make Red Velvet Waffles with no food coloring?

Food colorings are full of additives and so many other unhealthy ingredients. Real foods are rich in vibrant colors making it possible to add a pop of color to any recipes. For these Red Velvet Waffles we are using red beet puree. Don’t worry, your waffles will not taste like beets what so ever!

How do you make Beet Puree?

Beet puree is super easy to make. Grab a large beet or two small ones. Peel and either roast in the oven or boil until they are soft. Place in a food processor or high speed blender. Add about 1/4 cup of water and blend until smooth. If it looks too dry, add one tablespoon of water at a time until the puree reaches a smooth consistency.

What can I do with leftover beet puree?

If you have leftover beet puree, you can use it to make these Red Velvet Overnight Oats too. You can also add beet puree to your smoothies. Make this refreshing and healthy Red Beet Smoothie.

Meal Prepping it:

One of the reasons why I love waffles so much is because of how great they are for meal prepping. Waffles are pretty easy to make and these Red Velvet Waffles are no exception. Make a batch or two and keep in your fridge for quick and easy to-go breakfasts. You can make the beet puree ahead of time too to save some time once you are ready to make these. Keep waffles refrigerated for up to 5 days.

Storing and Reheating:

Place any leftover red velvet waffles in an airtight container or zipper bag. Keep waffles refrigerated for up to 4-5 days. Reheat in the oven or stovetop. You can also reheat in the microwave. However it will change the texture of the waffles and make them a bit soggy.

Freezing Red Velvet Waffles:

These Red Velvet Waffles are freezer friendly. Place them in a freezer or silicone bag and freeze. Place a piece of parchment paper in between each waffle to prevent them from sticking to each other. Waffles will last up to 3 months in the freezer. Thaw out in the fridge when ready to use.

Did you like this Red Velvet Waffles recipe? You may also like these other waffle recipes:

• Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Waffles
• Sweet Potato Waffles
• Banana Chocolate Chip Waffles

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Red Velvet Waffles

These Red Velvet Waffles are so festive and will make the start of your Valentine’s Day full of love and deliciousness. Made with absolutely no food-dye but rather fresh beet purée. Mixed with gluten-free flours, cacao powder, and maple syrup. Top with some coconut cream and fresh berries for a beautifully displayed Valentine's Day breakfast.  

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword Gluten-Free Red Velvet Waffles, Red Velvet Waffles

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Servings 6 waffles

Calories 425 kcal

Author Angelica Arias

Ingredients

• 1 cup tapioca flour
• 1 cup almond flour
• 1/2 cup cacao powder
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp pink sea salt
• 1/2 cup beet puree
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• coconut cream and fresh berries for topping

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl combine together tapioca flour, almond flour, cacao powder, baking powder and pink salt. Whisk together until all ingredients are well combined.

2. In a separate mixing bowl, combine eggs, beet puree, maple syrup, coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Whisk together until all ingredients are well combined.

3. Pour wet ingredients into dry ones and whisk together until batter is formed and there aren't any traces of flour.

4. Grease waffle maker with more coconut oil and bring to a heat on medium-high. Pour increments of 1/4 cup to 1/3 cup of batter. Cook according to waffle maker instructions. Repeat until all batter has been cooked into waffles. Keep cooked waffles on cooling rack.

5. Serve red velvet waffles while they're still warm. Top with coconut cream and fresh berries. 

Recipe Notes

Tips for making Red Velvet Waffles:

1. How do you make Beet Puree- Beet puree is super easy to make. Grab a large beet or two small ones. Peel and either roast in the oven or boil until they are soft. Place in a food processor or high speed blender. Add about 1/4 cup of water and blend until smooth. If it looks too dry, add one tablespoon of water at a time until the puree reaches a smooth consistency.
2. Make sure no flour streaks are left when mixing batter- Unmixed flour in batter will result in not evenly cooked waffles and for certain parts to ramain uncooked. Make sure to whisk the batter well and that there aren’t any streaks of flour left in it. 
3. Careful not to use too much coconut oil when greasing waffle maker– If too much is used, as the oil melts it will water down batter and waffles will become too mushy. Use no more than 1/2-1 tsp coconut oil.
4. The time it takes for waffles to cook through may vary depending on waffle maker and on how crispy you want your waffles– If you like your waffles to be crunchy on the outside, leave them for a few seconds longer until they are as crispy as you’d like them to be. Keep checking about every 30 seconds to make sure the waffle doesn’t get burnt. Repeat until all batter is gone and waffles are all cooked through.
5. Do not use metal utensils to flip waffles in waffle maker- Metal utensils such a spatula, can scratch your waffle maker and start to ware out its coating. This will then cause your waffle maker to not heat up evenly and not cook waffles evenly as well. Instead, opt for using silicone spatulas to flip your waffles.
6. Keep cooked waffles on cooling rack if possible– This way waffles will cool-down evenly and stay crunchy and firm on the outside.

Nutrition Facts

Red Velvet Waffles

Amount per Serving

Calories

425

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

31

g

48

%

Saturated Fat

 

17

g

106

%

Trans Fat

 

0.01

g

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

1

g

Monounsaturated Fat

 

3

g

Cholesterol

 

109

mg

36

%

Sodium

 

53

mg

2

%

Potassium

 

221

mg

6

%

Carbohydrates

 

36

g

12

%

Fiber

 

5

g

21

%

Sugar

 

10

g

11

%

Protein

 

9

g

18

%

Vitamin A

 

162

IU

3

%

Vitamin C

 

1

mg

1

%

Calcium

 

81

mg

8

%

Iron

 

3

mg

17

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

*Number of total servings in estimated. Actual number of servings may vary depending on your own personal preference in portion sizes.

**Nutritional values shown are general guidelines for 1 serving using the ingredients listed above. These numbers do not reflect and may vary depending on substitutions, additions and/or different brands and/or other ingredients that may be used. 

**Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links and sponsored content. All the opinions are my own and I only recommend products I use in my own home with my own family. 

**Latest post update as of 4/1/2020

*Recipe, Post and Pictures updated as of 02/04/19