Description
Enjoy these decadent Red Velvet Brownies, featuring a fudgy texture and a hint of cocoa, perfect for any celebration. Topped with creamy cream cheese frosting, they offer a delightful twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
- 1 cup cream cheese frosting (for topping, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish by lining it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, pour in the melted butter (ensure it’s not too hot).
- Add the granulated sugar to the melted butter and whisk until smooth and glossy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Crack in the two large eggs, one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
- Add the red food coloring and whisk until the color is evenly distributed.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients using a spatula, being careful not to overmix.
- If desired, fold in the white chocolate chips.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let the brownies cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, cut the brownies into squares (about 24 squares).
- For an optional finishing touch, prepare cream cheese frosting by mixing together 8 oz of softened cream cheese and ½ cup of softened unsalted butter until smooth. Spread on top of the brownies before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is melted but not hot to avoid cooking the eggs.
- Sifting the dry ingredients helps achieve a lighter texture.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of red food coloring to achieve your desired shade.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes