Red Velvet Waffles

Makes 4 large waffles

INGREDIENTS 

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/4 cup white sugar

2 tablespoons cocoa powder

3 teaspoons baking powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon salt

2 eggs

1 3/4 cups buttermilk

2 teaspoons vanilla

2 ounces red food coloring

4 tablespoons shortening

Directions

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

In a separate bowl, combine eggs, buttermilk, vanilla, and food coloring.

Pour buttermilk mixture into flour mixture and combine.

Add the shortening. Do not overmix. Batter should be bumpy.

Cook in your waffle maker following the manufacturer’s directions.

Recipes and photos reprinted with permission from
CALIBAMA COOKING by Chef Lorious. www.ChefLorious.com