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Red Velvet Brownies with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

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Delight in these luscious Red Velvet Brownies topped with a creamy, tangy cream cheese frosting. Featuring a rich cocoa flavor, vibrant red hue from food coloring, and optional white chocolate chips for extra sweetness, these brownies are fudgy and moist—the perfect treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Brownies

  • ¾ stick (85 g) Unsalted Butter
  • 1 cup (200 g) Granulated Sugar
  • ¼ cup (55 g) Light Brown Sugar
  • 3 Large Eggs
  • 1 Large Egg Yolk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • ⅓ cup (80 ml) Vegetable Oil
  • ¼ cup (25 g) Cocoa Powder
  • ¾ cup (90 g) All-purpose Flour
  • 1 tablespoon Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Red Food Coloring
  • ¾ cup (130 g) White Chocolate Chips (optional)

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 4 oz (115 g) Cream Cheese
  • ¾ stick (85 g) Unsalted Butter
  • 4 cups (480 g) Powdered Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal of brownies after baking.
  2. Melt Butter and Combine Sugars: Melt the unsalted butter, then combine it with the granulated sugar and light brown sugar in a mixing bowl. Stir until well combined.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Gently whisk in the 3 large eggs, 1 large egg yolk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
  4. Mix in Oil and Cocoa Powder: Add the vegetable oil and cocoa powder to the batter, stirring until the mixture is uniform and smooth.
  5. Add Red Food Coloring: Mix the red food coloring into a small amount of batter first, then incorporate it back into the main batter to ensure even distribution and vibrant color.
  6. Fold in Dry Ingredients: Sift and fold in the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt gently with a spatula to avoid overmixing and keep the texture fudgy.
  7. Add Vinegar and Optional White Chocolate Chips: Stir in the vinegar and, if using, white chocolate chips to add a subtle tang and extra sweetness.
  8. Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Cool Before Frosting: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before applying frosting to prevent melting.
  10. Prepare Cream Cheese Frosting: Beat the cream cheese and unsalted butter together until smooth and creamy.
  11. Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually mix in the powdered sugar, continuing to beat until the frosting is fluffy and spreadable.
  12. Flavor and Frost: Mix in vanilla extract, then spread the frosting evenly over the cooled brownies. Slice and serve.

Notes

  • Avoid overmixing the batter to maintain a fudgy texture.
  • Use gel food coloring for an intense, vibrant red color without affecting batter consistency.
  • Refrigerate the brownies if frosted with cream cheese to keep the frosting firm and fresh.
  • You can freeze unfrosted brownies for up to 2 months; thaw before frosting.

Keywords: red velvet brownies, cream cheese frosting, fudgy brownies, cocoa brownies, dessert, baking, white chocolate chips

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