Recipe for Red Velvet Valentine Pizzelles
Flavored Pizzelle Recipes
Pizzelles are one of my favorite cookies to make. I've been making them since I was a little girl and now as an adult, I have a lot of fun experimenting with pizzelles and pizzelle recipes. This was by far one of the easiest ways to add a new flavor and festive color to my most recent batch of pizzelles. The rich red color of these pizzelle cookies is perfect for Valentine's Day and Christmas. All you will need is a pizzelle iron, your favorite store-bought red velvet cake mix, and a few other basic ingredients. This tutorial is perfect if you're looking for new and different recipes with red velvet cake mix.
Where Can I Buy Red Velvet Cake Mixes?
For this recipe, I used a Duncan Hines red velvet boxed cake mix. My local grocery store also carries red velvet cakes by Pillsbury and Betty Crocker.
Red Velvet Cake History
Did you Know...
- There's much debate about where the first red velvet cake appeared and who made it. There's a surprising amount of mystery and myth around this little cake flavor.
- Red velvet cakes became "re-popular" after a red velvet armadillo cake was featured in a very memorable scene of the 1989 film, Steel Magnolias. These days red velvet cakes are most popular in their trendy cupcake forms.
- Many "from scratch" recipes call for 1-2 ounces of red food coloring to achieve the cake's deep color. You can also achieve this color naturally with beet puree while adding some extra nutrients and moisture to your cake.
Ingredients for Red Velvet Cake Pizzeles
Red Velvet Valentine's Day Cookies
Cook Time
Ingredients
- 1 Box Red Velvet Cake Mix
- 1 Teaspoon Vanilla
- 1 Teaspoon Sugar
- 4 Eggs
- 2 Sticks Butter, Melted
Instructions
- Pre-heat pizzelle press.
- In mixing bowl combine: cake mix, vanilla, sugar, eggs, and melted butter. Mix well.
- For easy baking, fill pastry bag with cake batter and dispense dollops in center of molds. Close iron and bake for approximately 30 seconds or until crispy.
- Remove finished cookies and lay flat to cool.
Tips for Making Perfect Pizzelles
- My pizzelle press has non-stick plates and I never have an issue with my cookies sticking. If your cookies are sticking, brush a little cooking oil onto the design plates-- especially in the grooves.
- The thickness (or runniness) of a pizzelle batter varies from recipe to recipe. Don't be alarmed if this batter is thicker (or runnier) than you're used to.
- It may take you a couple rounds to figure out how much batter is too much or too little for your iron.
- You can spoon the batter on to the iron or dispense it using a pastry bag. Both work, but the pastry bag definitely gives you more control and is less messy.
- Always dispense batter into the center of the pizzelle molds. This ensures round and complete cookies but also helps cut down on possible dripping and messes.
Pizzelles and Powdered Sugar
Traditionally, pizzelles are dusted with confectioners sugar. These cookies look and taste great as is, but are also great with a dusting of sugar.
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Have You Ever Made Pizzelles?
Red Velvet Pizzelle Bowls
I always make my last few pizzelles into special little bowls for ice cream or fruit. Simply remove your cooked pizzelle from the iron and gently place it into the bottom of a small bowl. As it cools, it will harden into a very handy bowl shape. Remove the pizzelle from the bowl when cool and use as a "bowl" for eye-catching desserts. I filled these pizzelle bowls with some whipped cream and fresh strawberries. I added some colorful Valentine sprinkles for a festive touch.
Heather Says
This is such a fun spin on a traditional favorite. If you're looking for new pizzelle recipes or easy red velvet desserts, this cookie recipe is sure to satisfy your search and your taste buds. Whether flat, rolled and filled like canolis, or shaped into bowls or cones and filled with fruit, these cute little Valentine treats are sure to be a hit. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do. Happy Valentine's Day!
© 2014 Heather Rode
Comments
I made these for a wedding. I am worried that they are a little to thin and will break. I will try again with a little more flour. I am wondering about adding anise instead of the vanilla. In our area most people expect to have anise pizzelles.
Made my first patch of red velvet pizzells. Where I come from we call them tie plates. Northern Ontario They were wonderful. I add an extra cup of flour to make the batter a little thicker. They came out even better. I even did a dozen by rolling a white chocolate kit kat bar in each tie plate and dipped the ends in white chocolate.
Genius.. I've been making them for years, but only just recently decided to make different flavors.
I know there is an oreo cake batter now imagine that as a cookie.. or even brownies. Endless possibilities.
I love this Red Velvet pizzelle and will be making them for this Valentine's Day! Have you tried using this recipe and changing the cake mix to, for example, chocolate? I was just wondering if that would also work.
This looks like so much fun and is a nice twist to a favorite childhood treat. Thanks - I can't wait to give it a try to am not going to wait for Valentine's Day!
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@rebeccamealey-- Thanks so much. I'm glad you enjoyed this Hub. I love making pizzelles and you're right-- you can customize them for just about any holiday. Thanks again :)
These are so cool! I really never heard of them before. They would make great treats for most any holiday, given the right color. Thanks!
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@Tashaonthetown-- Thanks for reading. I hope you were able to give these a try. You'll have to let me know how they came out :)
@carlajbehr-- Thanks so much for the visit and wonderful comment! I definitely enjoy my time in the kitchen and I love to share my new ideas and experiences with people both on- and off-line. I'm so glad that you enjoyed this Hub and my work. Many thanks :)
@Eiddwen-- Thanks so much for visiting. I'm glad you enjoyed this recipe! I wish you a great day too :)
@randomcreative-- Thanks so much for stopping by. These were a lot of fun to make and I also enjoy the simple ingredients needed and uniqueness that this recipe offers. Thanks again :)
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@Beth37-- Thanks so much for your visit and your wonderful comment. I'm excited for another HubPages contest and would love to be a part of it. I definitely enjoy this worlds more than my previous corporate and retail jobs. Thanks again :)
@Glimmer Twin Fan-- Thanks for stopping by. It's true... there are almost endless possibilities with the pizzelle waffle bowls. I'm glad you enjoyed this Hub :)
@purl3agony-- Thanks for stopping by and pinning! I always love your comments and support. Thanks again :)
These look so delicious and I love red velvet! Will definitely try these over the weekend.
You are such a talented, creative person... your hubs probably my favorite because of their high-quality content and photos! They are head and shoulders above most. Best wishes!
Interesting and very useful Heather. Voted up and saved. Enjoy your day.
Eddy.
So beautiful, and I'm sure that they are delicious as well! I can't believe that it's a cake mix base recipe. What a unique option for Valentine's Day.
You are so creative. I mean... seriously. When that HPs contest thing comes around again, I sincerely hope you win the best hub writer b/c you just have it all. From ideas, to pictures, to getting your points across... you were made for this. You are at the top of your class missy.
I love the pizzelle bowls you made. I could think of lots of yummy things to serve in those. The color from the cake mix is so beautiful. Unfortunately I don't have a pizzelle maker, but now I'm tempted. Pinned.
These are so pretty, and perfect for Valentine's dinner or party. I love the idea of shaping them into bowls to use for a special dessert. Amazing! Voted up and pinned!
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Thanks, Melinda Longoria. I'm glad you stopped by today :)
Those are so pretty and look delicious!
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