Description
Deliciously moist and rich red velvet brownies combining classic cocoa flavor with a vibrant red hue, perfect for holidays or a special treat. These brownies feature a soft texture, optional white chocolate chips for added sweetness, and a creamy cream cheese frosting topping for an indulgent finish.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Cream Cheese Frosting (optional)
- Cream cheese frosting, as needed for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it to prevent sticking.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth and well combined. Then add the eggs, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and white vinegar. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is homogenous and vibrant in color.
- Add dry ingredients: Sift together the unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt to avoid any lumps. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and gently stir just until combined, taking care not to overmix to keep the brownies tender.
- Fold in chocolate chips: If using, gently fold in the white chocolate chips to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
- Pour and spread: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula to ensure even cooking.
- Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs attached, indicating perfect doneness.
- Cool and frost: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, optionally spread cream cheese frosting evenly over the top before slicing into 9 squares.
Notes
- Adjust the quantity of red food coloring to achieve your preferred shade of red.
- For a deeper chocolate flavor, substitute regular unsweetened cocoa powder with dark cocoa powder.
- Store the brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
- To enhance presentation and flavor, consider chilling the frosted brownies briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (approx. 2.5 x 2.5 inches)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
