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Red velvet brownie with cream cheese frosting on a white plate.
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Red Velvet Brownies

These easy red velvet brownies are extra fudgy with the perfect red velvet flavor and bright red color. Topped with cream cheese frosting - they're the perfect brownie recipe.
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time27 mins
Cooling1 hr
Total Time50 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 15 brownies
Calories: 537kcal
Author: Kristin Maxwell

Ingredients

Red Velvet Brownies

  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips ( 4.5 oz)
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 1-2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 8 oz cream cheese brick style, full-fat
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

Red Velvet Brownies

  • Preheat the oven to 350F degrees. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch pan.
  • Add the butter and chocolate chips to a large heat-proof bowl. 
  • Microwave on medium power for 1 minute. Remove from the microwave and stir. Repeat the process until they're melted together. 
  • Whisk in the sugar, vanilla extract & red food coloring.
  • Allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes, then whisk in the eggs. Only whisk until just combined.
  • Gently fold in the flour with a rubber spatula or wooden spoon. Stir in the vinegar.
  • Pour/spoon the batter into the prepared pan. .
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top looks set and an inserted toothpick comes out clean or with a few damp crumbs. Be careful not to overbake or brownies can get dry

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • In a large bowl beat the butter until fluffy (about 2 minutes).
  • Mix in the cream cheese until just combined. Then add in the vanilla extract & salt.
  • With the mixer on low speed, beat in the powdered sugar about 1 cup at a time until the desired sweetness & thickness is reached.
  • Frost the cooled brownies with a flat knife, and optionally decorate with sprinkles. 

Notes

*Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days, or in the fridge for up to 4 days. 

Nutrition

Calories: 537kcal | Carbohydrates: 67g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 110mg | Potassium: 109mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 54g | Vitamin A: 845IU | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1.6mg