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Fudgy Red Velvet Brownies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Close-up of a fudgy red velvet brownies square with a cheesecake layer and cream cheese frosting swirl.
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Make rich, fudgy red velvet brownies with a vibrant color and top them with a tangy cream cheese frosting for a decadent, easy-to-make dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring (gel preferred)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until combined.
  3. Whisk in the eggs one at a time until fully incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract and white vinegar.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in the red food coloring until you achieve a uniform, vibrant red color.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  8. Prepare the cream cheese frosting: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and softened butter until smooth. Gradually beat in the powdered sugar until creamy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  9. Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese frosting over the brownie batter. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the frosting into the batter.
  10. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes. The edges should look set, and a toothpick inserted near the center should come out with moist crumbs attached, not wet batter, for a fudgy texture.
  11. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting them out using the parchment overhang.
  12. Once cool, cut into squares.

Notes

  • For the fudgiest texture, slightly underbake the brownies; the center should still look moist when you remove them from the oven.
  • Use gel food coloring for the most intense red color without adding excess liquid to the batter.
  • If you prefer a thicker frosting layer, chill the cooled brownies before spreading the frosting on top.

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