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red velvet brownies with cream cheese frosting

Red velvet brownies with cream cheese frosting: 7 magical steps


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 16 brownies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious red velvet brownies topped with creamy frosting.


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
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract for frosting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a baking pan.
  3. In a bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, combine melted butter and sugar.
  5. Add eggs, food coloring, and vanilla to the butter mixture.
  6. Mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
  9. Let it cool before adding frosting.
  10. For frosting, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  11. Spread frosting on cooled brownies.

Notes

  • Store brownies in an airtight container.
  • Brownies can be frozen for up to 3 months.
  • Use gel food coloring for a brighter color.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 brownie
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: red velvet brownies, cream cheese frosting, dessert, baking