Red Velvet Brownies
Delightful twist on classic brownies with a rich cocoa flavor and beautiful red color, perfect for special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened (optional for topping)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking dish.
- Mix together the melted butter and sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs, food coloring, and vanilla extract, stirring until well combined.
- Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in another bowl.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- If desired, mix softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and spread over the cooled brownies.
- Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
Measure ingredients accurately for the best texture. Do not overmix the batter with dry ingredients. Allow brownies to cool before adding topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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