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Red Velvet Brownies

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These red velvet brownies combine fudgy brownie texture with the classic tang of red velvet, topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting for a rich, festive treat.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp vinegar (white or apple cider)
  • 1 tsp red gel food coloring
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Optional: 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
  • 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 °F (180 °C) and line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper.
  2. Melt butter and whisk with granulated and brown sugar until combined.
  3. Add eggs, egg yolk, and vanilla; stir gently.
  4. Mix in vegetable oil and cocoa powder.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix a small amount of batter with red food coloring and stir it back into the main batter.
  6. Fold in flour, cornstarch, and salt, then add vinegar.
  7. If using, stir in white chocolate chips.
  8. Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 20–30 minutes until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
  9. Cool in the pan for 30 minutes, then fully cool before frosting.
  10. For the frosting: beat cream cheese and butter until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla. Beat until fluffy.
  11. Spread frosting over cooled brownies and top with crumbs if desired.
  12. Slice into approximately 16 squares and serve.

Notes

  • Gel food coloring gives a richer red hue without thinning the batter.
  • Do not overbake to maintain fudgy texture.
  • Optional add-ins like white or dark chocolate chips enhance flavor and texture.
  • Unfrosted brownies store well at room temperature; refrigerate if frosted.
  • Brownies freeze well unfrosted—wrap tightly and store for up to 3 months.

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