Show off your low-carb love by whipping up this quick and easy recipe for a special breakfast or after-school treat!
Red velvet cake for breakfast? That seems like a bad idea. But low-carb red velvet waffles with cream cheese glaze? Now you’re speaking my love language! If you’re looking for a sweet way to make someone’s day, this recipe is a sure win.
These heart-shaped waffles make for a lusciously special treat any day of the year. Whether it’s Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, your anniversary, or an ordinary weekend morning, this easy dish will add a little joy and whimsy to your plate.
These waffles taste remarkably like red velvet cake. They’re light and fluffy, thanks to the combo of almond flour, baking powder, and eggs. Yet they’re also rich and a little decadent from the butter, buttermilk, and vanilla extract. Plus, the cocoa powder brings in lovely notes of chocolate for a sense of upscale indulgence. And the cream cheese glaze takes them to the next level with just the right touch of creamy sweetness.
The red food coloring is optional, but it adds an eye-catching element that makes your breakfast or snack more memorable. Treat your significant other, mom, best friend—or yourself—to this uniquely pretty and tasty version of a heart-warming classic dish.
Tips for visually stunning waffles
Confession: I used a dedicated heart-shaped waffle maker to craft these adorable waffles. But you can still make yours into cute shapes without buying a special appliance you might only use once. Simply prep and cook the waffles according to the recipe, then use cookie cutters on them! That way, you can make more than just heart-shaped waffles for Valentine’s Day or anniversaries—you can make waffles shaped like animals, stars, ornaments, four-leaf clovers, or any other shape your cookie cutters afford.
Another option is to zhuzh up your standard-shaped waffles with edible decorations. Switch up the food coloring to correspond to the holiday or person you’re celebrating, like green for Christmas or purple because it’s your boo’s favorite color. Then arrange fresh berries in patterns that spell out a name, depict a smiley face, or mimic the petals of a flower. Use your cream cheese glaze to enhance those patterns with curlicues, zigzags, or scripted writing. You could even add a drop or two of food coloring to the glaze for even more artistic embellishment!
How do I store leftovers?
Cool leftover waffles on a wire rack to avoid sogginess. Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also freeze waffles for up to 3 months. Arrange cooled waffles in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze until firm, about 2 hours, before transferring them to a freezer-safe bag or container with parchment or wax paper between layers. Reheat directly from the fridge or freezer in a toaster, the microwave, or a 350°F oven.
Similar recipes to try
Hungry for more holiday-themed recipes? Bring spooky vibes to the appetizer table with Halloween Deviled Eggs. Get festive without the carbo-load by making this Keto Christmas Cookies Recipe. And elevate your Thanksgiving feast with this Keto Cranberry Sauce Recipe and a Keto Green Bean Casserole the whole family will love.
Red Velvet Waffles With Cream Cheese Glaze—Keto And Gluten-Free
Ingredients
For The Waffles:
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup monk fruit sweetener
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 4 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons butter melted
- 1/4 cup full-fat buttermilk
- 1-2 teaspoons red gel food coloring optional
For The Glaze:
- 2 ounces cream cheese softened
- 3/4 cup powdered monk fruit sweetener
- 1/2 cup heavy cream plus more, for thicker glaze
Instructions
- Preheat a mini waffle maker. If using a skillet or griddle, set the temperature to medium-low.
Make The Waffles:
- In a food processor or blender, combine the almond flour, cocoa powder, monk fruit sweetener, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the eggs, vanilla, melted butter, buttermilk, and gel food coloring, if using. Blend or pulse until completely smooth and silky, stopping to scrape the sides as needed. Ensure all dry patches are incorporated for consistent batter.
- Portion the batter using a tablespoon measure for mini waffles or 1/3 cup for standard size.
- Cook in the waffle maker for 1–2 minutes or until edges are firm and the waffles are set and cooked through. For a skillet or griddle: Pour the batter, cook until set at the edges and bubbles form on top, then flip and cook 30 seconds more.
- Repeat with remaining batter, transferring finished waffles to a plate.
Make The Glaze:
- Place the softened cream cheese and powdered monk fruit sweetener in a bowl. Using a whisk or hand mixer, beat until the mixture is creamy and no lumps remain.
- Add about half of the heavy cream and mix until well incorporated. Continue stirring in the cream, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the glaze reaches your desired consistency—thicker for spreading, thinner for drizzling.
- Taste and adjust with more sweetener or a pinch of salt.
- Use immediately on warm waffles or chill briefly for a thicker consistency.
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