Preheat your [waffle iron] according to manufacturer’s instructions and lightly grease with cooking spray or [butter]. Grandma always said “A hot iron makes crispy waffles – patience is the secret ingredient!” She’d test it with a drop of water that should sizzle immediately.

In a large bowl, whisk together [flour], [sugar], [baking powder], and [salt] for the vanilla batter. In another bowl, combine [milk], [melted butter], [egg], and [vanilla bean paste]. Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir until just combined. Grandma’s rule: “Lumps are your friends – they make tender waffles!”

For the red velvet batter, whisk [flour], [sugar], [cocoa powder], [baking powder], and [salt] in a separate bowl. Mix [milk], [melted butter], [egg], [vanilla extract], [red gel food coloring], and [vinegar] in another bowl. The vinegar is Grandma’s secret – “It makes the red pop and adds that special tang!” Combine wet and dry until just mixed.

Let both batters rest for 2-3 minutes. Grandma taught me this crucial step: “Good batters need a moment to think about what they want to become. This makes them tender and perfect.” She’d use this time to reheat her coffee and share a story.

Pour about 1/3 cup [vanilla batter] onto the waffle iron, then add 1/3 cup [red velvet batter] on top. Use a knife or toothpick to gently swirl the batters together – just 3 swirls! Grandma’s wisdom: “Think watercolor painting, not mixing paint. Too much swirling makes muddy colors.”

Close the waffle iron and cook for 3-5 minutes until steam stops escaping. Don’t peek! Grandma would tap my hand if I tried: “Patience makes perfection, Jazzy. Let the steam do its magic.” The  waffles should release easily when done.

Place finished waffles on a wire rack in a 200°F oven to stay crispy while you cook remaining batters. Never stack them! “They need to breathe,” Grandma would say, “just like good bread.”

While waffles cook, beat [softened cream cheese], [powdered sugar], [milk], and [vanilla extract] until smooth and drizzly. Grandma always added a tiny pinch of salt: “It makes the sweet sing louder!” Adjust milk for perfect drizzling consistency.

Drizzle warm waffles with [cream  cheese glaze] and serve immediately. Grandma’s presentation tip: “Food tastes better when it looks like love. A few berries on top never hurt either!” These are best enjoyed with someone special.