Fudgy Red Velvet Brownies
Indulge in the decadence of these fudgy red velvet brownies, a delightful twist on a classic favorite. With their rich chocolate flavor and a hint of cream cheese, these brownies are perfect for any occasion—celebrating life’s sweet moments or simply enjoying at home. Easy to make and visually stunning, they are bound to impress your guests and create unforgettable memories with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp red food coloring (gel)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder (Dutch)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Cream cheese frosting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 inch baking pan.
- Melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan over low heat. Stir in granulated and brown sugars until combined.
- Allow to cool slightly, then mix in eggs one at a time and add red food coloring.
- In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually fold into the wet mixture until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
- For optional cream cheese frosting, whip softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth and spread over cooled brownies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg