Description
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of these Red Velvet Brownies topped with a luscious Cream Cheese Frosting. Perfect for any dessert lover!
Ingredients
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For the brownies:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
For the cream cheese frosting:
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix brownie batter: Whisk melted butter and sugar. Add eggs, vanilla, food coloring, and vinegar. Sift in cocoa, flour, and salt. Mix until just combined.
- Bake: Pour batter into pan, bake for 25–28 minutes. Let cool.
- Make frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, beat until fluffy.
- Finish: Spread frosting over brownies. Chill before slicing.
Notes
- For extra indulgence, top with white chocolate shavings or cocoa powder.
- Ensure not to overbake for fudgy brownies.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
