Naturally Pink Waffles Made With Beets (No Food Coloring)
These naturally pink waffles are perfect for Valentine’s Day breakfast or brunch. They get their color from real beets, not food coloring. The result is a beautiful pink waffle made with simple, wholesome ingredients.
I sweetened the batter with honey instead of refined sugar and used a blend of all-purpose and whole wheat flour. The waffles cook up soft on the inside with lightly crisp edges. They taste lightly sweet, not earthy, and pair perfectly with maple syrup, whipped cream, or fresh fruit. They’re perfect for Valentine’s Day, weekend brunch, or anytime you want a colorful homemade treat.
Why You’ll Love These Naturally Pink Waffles
- No refined sugar
These waffles are sweetened with just a few tablespoons of honey. A great option if you’re trying to limit refined sugar without giving up sweetness.
- Naturally pink and beautiful
The vibrant pink color comes from real beets. They’re eye-catching, festive, and almost too pretty to eat.
- No food coloring
There are no artificial dyes or food coloring in this recipe. The color comes entirely from blended roasted beets.
- Nutritious and delicious
Whole wheat flour and beets provide fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Beets also contain antioxidants that may help fight inflammation.
- Easy and fast to make
If you have roasted beets ready, the batter comes together in minutes. Roasted beets store well in the fridge, making this recipe even quicker.
- Great for on-the-go
These waffles travel well and make an easy snack or breakfast on busy days. Pack them for a lunch box, road trip, or afternoon bite.
- Perfect for make-ahead
Store leftover waffles in the fridge or freezer and reheat when needed. They’re ideal for quick breakfasts or an easy energy boost.
- Great for Valentine’s Day and beyond
While they’re great for Valentine’s brunch, these waffles are fun any time you want a colorful, homemade breakfast.
Equipment
- Measuring cups and spoons – to measure the ingredients correctly.
- Immersion blender – to blend the beet with the milk.
- Bowl – to add and combine the ingredients.
- Whisk or a spatula – to mix the batter.
- Ladle – to pour the batter in the waffle maker.
- Waffle maker – any waffle maker you have will do. I used a regular and a heart shaped one.
- Cooling rack -to prevent soggy bottoms.
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How to Roast Beets
Roast the beets ahead of time for the best flavor and color. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the beets, trim the ends, and wrap them loosely in foil. Roast until fork-tender, about 45–60 minutes depending on size. Let them cool slightly, then rub off the skins and store in the fridge until ready to use. Roasted beets keep well in the fridge for up to 5 days, making this recipe quick to assemble.
Storing, Serving, and Reheating
Serve these pink waffles with maple syrup, honey, jam, Nutella, or whipped cream. They work beautifully for breakfast, brunch, an afternoon snack, or even dessert.
Store leftover waffles in the fridge in a zip-top bag or an airtight container. They keep well for 5 to 7 days. For longer storage, freeze the waffles for up to 3 months.
Reheat the waffles in a toaster or toaster oven until warm and lightly crisp. There’s no need to thaw frozen waffles before reheating.
Naturally Pink Waffles Made With Beets
Ingredients
- 1 medium sized, roasted beet
- 1 ½ cup milk of your choice (I used whole milk)
- 2 eggs
- 3 Tbsp honey
- ¼ cup melted butter or coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- ¾ cup whole wheat flour
- 1 Tbsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the waffle iron.
- In a large jar add one roasted (peeled) beet and the milk.Read the blog post about tips on roasting beets.
- Insert the immersion blender in the jar and blend until smooth.
- In a large bowl whisk the eggs, the blended pink (beet) milk, melted butter, honey and the vanilla extract. I use a whisk but you can use a mixer if you prefer.
- Add the flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder and salt to the bowl with the wet ingredients. Stir to combine. Do not over stir.
- Spoon about ½ cup batter into the preheated waffle iron and cook according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Continue making waffles until you are out of batter.
- Enjoy drizzled with maple syrup, honey, Nutella, whipped cream or toppings of choice.
Notes
Other Breakfast Recipes
Easy Doughnut Strips (No Yeast)
The Perfect Homemade Croissants
Blueberry Muffin Tops with Natural Pink Glaze (No Dyes)