Description
These fudgy red velvet brownies are a rich and easy dessert with a soft, chewy center and a smooth cream cheese topping that makes every bite feel bakery-worthy. They are perfect for holiday desserts, Valentine’s Day treats, party food ideas, easy dessert bars, and anytime you need a simple chocolate dessert with a beautiful red velvet twist.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon red food coloring
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until glossy.
3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, then whisk until smooth.
4. Stir in the red food coloring until the batter is evenly colored.
5. Add the cocoa powder, flour, and salt, then fold gently until no dry streaks remain.
6. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
7. Spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan.
8. Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the top in lines or dollops.
9. Lightly swirl or spread the topping as desired.
10. Bake for 28 to 34 minutes, until the edges are set and the center has a few moist crumbs.
11. Cool completely before slicing into squares.
Notes
Do not overmix the batter after adding the flour or the brownies may lose their fudgy texture.
For clean slices, chill the brownies for 20 to 30 minutes before cutting.
Store them in the refrigerator because of the cream cheese topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 32 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 412
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 89mg
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