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Red Velvet Brownies

Fudgy Red Velvet Brownies with Creamy Frosting Delight

Indulge in these Red Velvet Brownies, a perfect blend of chewy texture and tangy cream cheese frosting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Batter
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with brown sugar
  • 1 large Egg Or 1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 3 tbsp water for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use almond extract for a different flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Red Food Coloring Gel food coloring recommended
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Or whole wheat flour
  • 1/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Can substitute with unsweetened dark chocolate
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Or baking soda as an alternative
  • 1 pinch Salt Kosher salt can replace table salt
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Softened
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Can substitute with coconut or maple powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tablespoon Milk Use almond milk for dairy-free

Equipment

  • 9×9-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  2. Melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, then whisk in 1 cup of sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  3. Add 1 large egg and red food coloring; whisk until incorporated.
  4. Combine 1 cup of flour, 1/4 cup of cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl and stir into wet ingredients.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  6. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth, then add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk as needed.
  7. Cool brownies for 10-15 minutes, then frost with cream cheese mixture once cooled completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure butter is fully melted but not hot. Avoid overmixing for a fudgy texture. Let brownies cool completely before cutting.

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