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Red Velvet Brownies

Irresistibly Chewy Red Velvet Brownies with Cream Cheese Frosting

These Red Velvet Brownies are soft, chewy, and topped with cream cheese frosting, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 1/2 cup Butter Use dairy-free butter for dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract
  • 2 tbsp Liquid Red Food Coloring Gel coloring for a more vibrant look.
  • 1 tbsp White Vinegar
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with gluten-free blend.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Use dairy-free cream cheese for an allergy-friendly alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Butter
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Helps thicken the frosting if using dairy-free cream cheese.

Equipment

  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • Medium Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Melt 1/2 cup of butter in a saucepan over low heat, then stir in 1 cup of light brown sugar and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar.
  3. Once cool, whisk in 2 eggs, 1 tablespoon of white vinegar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of liquid red food coloring.
  4. Gently fold in 1/2 cup of cocoa powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1 cup of all-purpose flour until just incorporated.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-40 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  6. After baking, cool the brownies in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Beat together 4 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup of butter, a pinch of salt, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add 2 cups of powdered sugar until spreadable.
  8. Spread the cream cheese frosting over the cooled brownies and cut into squares before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, store unfrosted brownies at room temperature, and keep frosted brownies in the refrigerator.

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