Red Velvet Brownies

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

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

Keyword: red velvet brownies

Servings: brownies

Calories: 537kcal

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.

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