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Red velvet brownies with thick cream cheese frosting, rich fudgy layers, and red velvet crumbs sprinkled on top, served on a white plate

Red Velvet Brownies

Fudgy, dense brownies with a vibrant red hue, topped with a thick layer of tangy cream cheese frosting. A perfect festive treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 16 square
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup unsalted butter Melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetener
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder Unsweetened
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring Liquid or gel
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar Acid for texture
  • 2 large eggs Room temperature
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour Base
  • ¼ teaspoon salt Flavor enhancer
  • 8 oz cream cheese Softened for frosting
  • 4 tablespoon butter Softened for frosting
  • 2 cups powdered sugar For frosting
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Flavor

Equipment

  • 1 8x8 Baking Pan Standard square pan
  • 1 Electric mixer For frosting
  • 1 Parchment paper For lining pan

Method
 

  1. Whisk melted butter and sugar; beat in eggs, vanilla, food coloring, and vinegar.
  2. Fold in flour, cocoa powder, and salt until just combined.
  3. Bake in lined 8x8 pan at 350°F for 25-30 minutes; cool completely.
  4. Beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until fluffy.
  5. Spread frosting over cooled brownies and slice into squares.

Notes

Use gel food coloring for the brightest red color. Ensure brownies are completely cool before frosting to prevent melting.