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Red Velvet Brownies

Irresistibly Fudgy Red Velvet Brownies You Can’t Resist

Indulge in these Red Velvet Brownies featuring an incredibly fudgy texture and topped with cream cheese frosting.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter or salted butter
  • 2 cups Ghirardelli Milk Chocolate Chips can substitute with dark chocolate chips
  • 2 large Eggs room-temperature
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar light or dark
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt adjust for sodium intake
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract or almond extract
  • 2 tablespoons Red Food Coloring gel type preferred
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free 1:1 blend
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure freshness
  • 1/2 cup Ghirardelli Unsweetened Cocoa Powder or good quality cocoa powder
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese or Neufchâtel cheese
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter or reduce additional salt
  • 3 cups Confectioners Sugar adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Heavy Cream or milk, for vegan use non-dairy

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Microwave-safe bowl or saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 inch baking pan with foil or parchment paper, greasing it lightly.
  2. Melt together unsalted butter and milk chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl or saucepan until smooth, then cool slightly.
  3. Whisk eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until smooth and fluffy for about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Fold in red food coloring until evenly distributed.
  5. Gently fold the cooled chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until combined.
  6. Sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt, then fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
  7. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Beat cream cheese, unsalted butter, vanilla, salt, confectioners' sugar, and heavy cream until smooth to make frosting.
  10. Spread frosting over cooled brownies and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Use quality ingredients for the best flavor, and ensure eggs are at room temperature for optimal mixing.

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