Wake up to a cheerful and vibrant breakfast with these delightful Rainbow Waffles. Perfect for special occasions or to make any morning extraordinary, these waffles combine traditional flavor with a playful twist of colors. Each bite is not just delicious but also a feast for the eyes, making your breakfast table a more joyful place.
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring in red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple
Directions
- Mix Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then add them to the dry ingredients along with the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Stir everything together until the batter is smooth.
- Color the Batter:
- Divide the batter evenly into six different bowls.
- Add 1-2 drops of different food coloring to each bowl (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple). Mix well until each color is vibrant and evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Cook Waffles:
- Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Pour the colored batter onto the hot waffle iron, one color at a time, and cook for about 2 minutes or until the waffles are golden and crisp. You can also create multi-colored waffles by adding dollops of different colors to the waffle iron and using a toothpick to lightly swirl the colors together.
- Serve:
- Keep the cooked waffles warm in a low oven until all the batter is used and the waffles are ready to be served.
- Present these bright waffles with your favorite syrups, fresh fruits, or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special breakfast.
Prep Time and Nutritional Information
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 2 minutes per waffle
- Calories: Approximately 220 kcal per serving
Tips
- Temperature Control: Cook the waffles on a low setting if possible. This helps prevent the waffles from browning too much and keeps the colors bright and vivid.
- Non-stick Waffle Iron: Use a non-stick waffle iron to avoid the need for butter or oil, which could affect the clarity and brightness of the food coloring.
- Presentation: For an especially fun and appealing breakfast, arrange the waffles on a plate in the order of the rainbow colors—red, orange, yellow, green, blue, violet. This makes for a stunning display that’s sure to impress.
Rainbow Waffles are the perfect way to bring a bit of magic to your morning. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a brunch, or just looking to start your day on a bright note, these waffles promise to be as enjoyable to make as they are to eat. Enjoy the smiles and surprise they bring to your breakfast table!