Red Velvet Pancakes

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup red food coloring
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
2. Add the food coloring and mix until evenly distributed.
3. Add the buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract and whisk until combined.
4. Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with cooking spray or butter.
5. Pour the batter onto the hot griddle and cook for 2-3 minutes or until bubbles start to form on the surface of the pancake.
6. Flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until cooked through.
7. Serve warm with butter and maple syrup.

Interesting Facts

• Red velvet pancakes are a popular breakfast dish in the Southern United States.
• Red velvet is traditionally made with buttermilk, cocoa powder, and red food coloring.
• The red food coloring gives the pancakes their distinctive red hue.
• These pancakes are usually served with a generous helping of butter and maple syrup.