Ingredients:

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/4 cup cornstarch

1/4 cup granulated sugar

2 tablespoons unsweetened natural cocoa powder

2 teaspoons baking powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

2 cups buttermilk

1/2 cup vegetable oil, plus more for the waffle iron

2 large eggs

2 teaspoons liquid or 1 teaspoon gel red food coloring 

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation:

Place 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons unsweetened natural cocoa powder, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt in a large bowl and whisk to combine.

Place 2 cups buttermilk, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 2 large eggs, 2 teaspoons liquid or 1 teaspoon gel red food coloring and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract in a medium bowl and whisk to combine. Pour into the dry ingredients and whisk until just combined (do not overmix). Let rest for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, heat your waffle maker and get your oven to 200ºF.

Brush a thin layer of vegetable oil on the waffle iron or wipe with a paper towel dipped in oil. Ladle  batter onto the waffle iron and cook until the waffle is bright red and crispy on both sides, about 4 minutes. Place in the oven directly on an oven rack to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining batter.

Serve with either maple syrup, or a cream cheese frosting glaze – or any kind of toppings you like!

Pretty in pink! These waffles are sure to add a smile to your face.